Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri

The first time I used this perfume, it smelled like urinal disinfectant. Like most of the Blue Mediterraneo line, but the problem was undoubtedly my nose. On a second occasion, that urinal smell was no longer present in my brain (I don't know why) and this perfume, along with Fico di Amalfi, are my favorites from this line. Fresh and classy. Summer in a bottle. But there's the issue of performance combined with my body chemistry, which is a drain for citrus perfumes. I rarely get 3 hours where I can smell anything from this line (whereas with other perfumes from the brand like Zafferano or Oud, the experience is quite different, with both lasting over 8 hours). Therefore, I can't recommend this perfume given the usual price found in online stores. While Zara perfumes are half the price in stores compared to the USA - €20 for 100 ml - Acqua di Parma perfumes (or Mancera, for example) are much cheaper in the USA (at discounters) despite being, like Zara, two European brands. I don't understand this disparity, but paying around €80 for a 75 ml EDT that lasts only 2 or 3 hours (on my skin) is not justifiable (for me, as I'm far from swimming in money). But, I emphasize, this is a magnificent perfume (except for the performance) with a super realistic orange scent (done in a soft and non-harsh way) and it's the scent profile I associate with a typical summer day in Portugal with temperatures of 35oC / 95oF or more.

This fragrance smells AMAZING. I am incredibly happy to finally have it in my collection. Hands down my favourite fragrance from the Blu Mediterraneo line. This is the most beautiful natural smelling summer citrus fragrance I have ever smelt. It smells to me like a photorealistic californian mandarin being peeled, broken apart and juiced. Super sweet mandarin. I absolutely love it. The only issue with this is and most of the Blu Medditeraneo line is that the longevity is horrendous. About an hour to an hour and a half of longevity and 20 to 30 minutes of projection before becoming a skin scent. Fortunately the smell and affordable price makes up for it. Xerjoff Renaissance smells very similar to this and the Xerjoff performs much better however this AdP smells much nicer than the Xerjoff. Women often gravitate to Jo Malone and I feel like Acqua Di Parma could be the Jo Malone for men. However most of the Blu Mediterraneo line smells better than Jo Malone's offerings to be perfectly honest

The most sensual long-lasting citrus aromatic I have ever come across, refreshing and relaxing at the same time. It is creamy and musky and "edible"(caramel and cardamom are very pronounced all the way through this fragrance develops) . But it is not that type of gourmand scent you would imagine a-la Femme Fatale wearing. It is not pompous but not casual. Think of what you gonna wear for an evening meal while on holidays in a hot climate. Something smart , comfortable , light ( as a rule natural materials linen or cotton) , effortlessly chick therefore noticeable. Arancia will be THE perfect perfume for such an occasion . Though all ingredients are not unusual and I'd even say common in perfumery , their combination makes this citrus fragrance outstanding, remarkable and recognizable for its unique composition of ordinary high quality natural components. This is a fragrance for a person who embraces life with its ups and downs and doesn't have "I am bored" in his/her vocabulary.

Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri. What can I say about this fragrance? It is simply gorgeous. This is the olfactory equivalent of a perfect summer holiday romance. Undeniably addictive, ripe and fresh and forever young, but alas, heartrendingly short-lived. Just as soon as you have fallen completely in love, it is already time to say 'arriverderci'. If there were no problems with the longevity of this fragrance, I wouldn't even glance at another summer scent. Indeed, even with the performance issues I will always have a bottle in my collection - a testament to this masterpiece of a formulation by ADP. Although the fragile lifespan means this fragrance regrettably falls short of signature scent status, one is left with no other choice but to return to the Caprese peninsula to experience this bittersweet affair over and over again.

One of the most exceptional citrus colognes available on the market, in my opinion, is characterized by its robust citrus notes. This fragrance is a delightful choice for any summer occasion, boasting a refreshing opening that retains its appeal even after an hour of wear. I recommend layering it with a vanilla-based fragrance to enhance its complexity. However, it is important to note that its projection is somewhat lacking, and its longevity leaves something to be desired. Consequently, some may consider it overpriced given these performance factors. Nevertheless, its exquisite scent has garnered numerous compliments, particularly from individuals aged 25 and above, though its appeal to younger demographics is uncertain. For optimal enjoyment, I suggest using this fragrance indoors to mitigate its performance shortcomings.