Acqua di parma Blue Mediterraneo - Mirto di Panarea

Opening notes: Strong herbal and citric notes, but settles quickly. An initial whiff of saponin could be deemed off-putting in the store if you try it on paper; it is certainly worth five minutes of waiting. The citrus settles nicely into lasting top notes of bergamot and lemon oil that I still get, although a bit more subdued, after three hours. Middle notes/settling: The soapiness is not prominent for more than a couple of minutes, but it takes 15 minutes before it is gone. After that, this is a lovely scent. Very realistic Mediterranean maquis, with the herbacity notes of thyme and the savoury base notes of rosemary. Rose and jasmine is also detectable, but keeping in the background. Base notes: Juniper is never prominent, and generally the woodiness is just a quiet backdrop. After four hours, middle notes are still leading – but you do get some cedar and pine close up. Performance: Nice performance, I like that it tones down rather than changes character after a few hours. As you mostly get from Italian colonias, there is three hours top performance. You can easily add a few hours more by doubling the amount, but in my opinion this is not the kind of fragrance you do that with. I still have an arm's length of projection after five hours, having had one spray on the wrist. Using more/stronger than that I find inconsiderate. After the same five hours, most top and middle notes are faded, leaving more space for the floral and woody notes, but it still carries its signature. Occasions: Certainly summer, and those times you just wish to use a natural smell. It seems that some reviewers get a lot of saponin/soapy associations, but I could not say for how long time they think they smell that, to me it fades quickly (I tested next to a similar fragrance where the saponin remained prominent for way longer). Projection and sillage is easily regulated with the amounts you use, so you can use this as discretely in your leisure time as you want to, anyone can use this for that purpose. For bigger socialising occasions, parties etc. I would say it is not quite my style, because in a noisy environment with many people and many different odours to take in, it is not something you fall for immediately. But sitting down for dinner next to the right person, it could still be the perfect choice. Thoughts: A unisex fragrance for sure, EDIT: I must have had some woody remains on my skin from oud testing on the first effort: It is too feminine for me, but younger males can probably accept it. At any rate, it is an invigorating, fantastic scent.. It is so naturalistic and special that I could even use this only to get olfactory memories of summer (writing this on a chilly autumn day). I recommend a decant to try a couple of times before you buy.

Oh my goodness, this FRAGRANCE. So, I've been trying to find a replacement for Dior Escale a Pondichery for years now since it was discontinued. I received an Acqua di Parma sample set for Christmas, and WHAT DO I FIND. They were so similar I had both of their note breakdowns listed side by side, trying to figure out why they smell so similar- turns out they're both created by the same Perfumer! I'm in LOVE. First of all, I recommend trying this on paper and letting it dry down for a day and then smell it- because the drydown is where this perfume SINGS. The heart of it- the sweet jasmine, the lilac- that's what you're left with. I'm surprised many consider this masculine since the drydown is so floral, but I digress. It's slightly more soapy in the onset with the amber but it's done masterfully. Slightly mineral and salty- very much like slightly sweet florals next to the seaside. It also is very similar to Coco Noir- you can see the similarities easily, but the drydown for this is far better. Also not sure what people are saying about poor sillage- this isn't quite beast mode but 24 hours later on paper is still quite strong. Also reminiscent of Walk the Sea by Kerosene- but that leans more into the marine/aquatic notes and this dries down floral.

A bright, fresh lemon with a fresh green herbal background. It is quite soapy considering this is a fresh and easy breezy aromatic. But that is not negative at all, it’s almost like a freshly squeezed lemon right before you add the water and sugar to make the most delicious lemonade. The lemon is actually pretty realistic with that green zest to it. And the fragrance is herbal in that effortless way, and it’s quite hard to pick it apart and tell you exactly what it is that makes the herbal, it just is. It is like driving in a cabriolet along the Mediterranean coast with the sun warming your skin to that perfect temperature. With large sunglasses and uplifting music on the radio. You smell the ocean breeze and bushes, lemon trees and light florals. With that in mind, I cannot say that this is anything else than a unisex fragrance. A perfect summer scent, and even though it is a citrus herbal scent it has a surprisingly good longevity. I have gotten up to 7 hours several of the times I have tried this on. And that makes the price point pretty good when it delivers like that. Though, I have to say that I have a thing for herbal citrus scents, but this is really up there!

They say the best fragrances are the ones that (even if you haven't smelled it before) can transport you to a specific place or time. This fragrance transports me to a time in my childhood when I lived in Albania. I remember my brother, a buddy, and myself riding our bikes up the Dajti mountain to a small lake during the summer. We had to ride up for 35 minutes, then throw our bikes on our shoulders and climb downhill for 10 minutes to get to the lake. As we walked with bikes in tow, the mountain herbs crushed under our feet. Our bikes would brush against the bushes and shrubs. This smell reminds me of those times. The smell of the herbs hitting my nostrils are what this reminds me of. Its a very very natural smelling fragrance. I dont know if I love this so much because of the emotions or because it is trully mass appealing. Performance is better than most in the ADP Blue Mediterraneo line. If you usually spray 4-5 sprays, go with 6 or 7 with this one. If I wear it as a bed scent I only use 3. Very soothing. Highly recommend this fragrance. Let it grow on you though if you dont like the first blast.

This was the first fragrance that introduced me to the house of Acqua di Parma, over ten years ago, during a visit to the Duomo in Milan. A friend asked me to pick up this scent because it was not available in Thailand at the time—and even in Europe, it was relatively hard to find. One single sniff was enough; I fell in love instantly and ended up buying an extra bottle for myself. Main notes: Myrtle, Basil, Lemon, Pink Rose Apple (Wax Apple), Sea Breeze This fragrance transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast. It opens with bright, clean myrtle and lemon, lifted by fresh green basil. A delicate, slightly juicy sweetness of pink rose apple drifts in softly, like a gentle breeze passing through a seaside fruit garden. The dry-down is enriched by a subtle sea breeze accord, adding a light saline nuance and a deeply relaxing feeling—like sitting on a wooden terrace, gazing out at the sea on a warm afternoon. Mood: Relaxed, fresh, uplifting, and full of life. Perfect for holidays or hot weather, when you want to feel refreshed, natural, and effortlessly carefree.

En mi infancia mis padres tenían una casa muy cerca de la playa. Mi madre tenía en el patio de la casa un árbol de limones, de mandarinas, una planta de albahaca y un rosal cerca Cuando la brisa marina llegaba con el viento el aroma del árbol del limón se conjugaba con esta y recuerdo aquel aroma como el de mis alegrías, mis juegos, risas y grandes momentos de mi infancia. Cuando pude oler este perfume inmediatamente me trasladó a esos años. A ese aroma de cítricos con un punto marino en el aire, a la rosa del jardín de mi madre y a la planta de albahaca que regamos juntos. No dudé en comprarlo. Para mí esto es maravilloso El cítrico jabonoso con las notas marinas, la rosa y esa nota algo amarga y herbal que me imagino es el mirto me hacen sentir muy bien. Perfume hermoso, limpio y muy usable. Lastima la duración y proyección :( pero no me importa reaplicar cada 3-4 horas. Entró a mi top de por vida este perfume y no creo que nada lo mueva.

Parfumes sometimes serve as time machines reviving old memories and getting us back to the proximity of places and people that are long gone. That is what this little gem did for me and I’m so grateful and taken by the memories right now. It reminds me summers spent at my grandparents house, my grandma grew myrtle around the place and when I spray it, it immediately brought back these times of careless childhood, fresh summer vibe of holidays, adventures and fun. It reminded me my grandma’s cooking, us playing cards in the afternoon and so many other memories. It is a unique zesty smell, myrtle lending some green, almost oily quality to the fragrance. As with all the Blue line EdTs, it is lighter and requires reapplication throughout the day. I find it a bit more masculine than the Fico Di Amalfi that I own and love as well. I will make it my signature scent for hot days this summer.

This was a blind buy on an airplane on my way to a vacation. I forgot to pick out and bring a scent with me and decided that I couldn't go wrong with Acqua Di Parma, especially with a name like "Blu Mediterranean." Then, on my first spray, I was a bit disappointed. As someone who likes floral perfumes with a hint of earth/wood notes, at first I thought this scent was too masculine for my taste. However, I wore this for an extended two months vacation in the summer, and it grew on me and now I love how distinctive this scent is. It is unlike any other scent and really stands on its own. This scent is part of an outfit for me. This scent completes my look in a summer vacation: white linen button down shirt, navy blue shorts, brown leather sandals and a 3-4 sprays of this on my wrists and neck and I'm good to go to the beach or walk around in gothic quarters in Barcelona.

Mirto di Panarea for me is the true consolidation of a Mediterranean summer, herbaceous but fresh and very close to the coast. The energizing output of lemon and bergamot provides an impressive state of brightness and lucidity. I have found few fragrances with such a pleasant glow for when it is so hot (here in the Mediterranean, a sometimes humid and annoying heat). It is the myrtle, an aromatic plant with green tones that crowns the fragrance with a unisex and revitalizing scent, it combines wonderfully with the marine notes, this provides exquisite pleasure and is a perfect aroma to enjoy in coastal areas, on vacation, after the beach, to eat by the sea...In short, an aroma that is greatly enjoyed. To finish off its woody dose with cedar, it gives it elegance, something important, in this way Mirto di Panarea dresses whoever wears it magnificently, with solidity.

Out of this line, I am so happy my husband gave me mirtle di Panarea ! Starts really fresh with an almost drinkable spritz of juicy lemons , myrtle and bergamot. This start is very refreshing indeed ! Soon enough it gets deeper and as in many perfumes jumps right at the woody base. I o w I have a hard time finding peace at the jasmine and rose middle...where is it ? The sea notes came out nice and not aquatic but like a fresh salty wind at any coast. The cedar amber jumiper base is aromatic woody and fresh ! This whole line is great but needs to be tested on skin cause I think almost all of them are unisex and if you don't like the male touch in some perfumes ...you might not like these either.. One of them is def. on the female side wich is- mandorlo di Sicilia also very nice ! The lovely circular deep blue bottles are classy and gorgeous..too

Quite a banger of a unisex fragrance. The basil and oceanic touch really stands out to me, like a tall chilled glass of lemon soda with basil in the sweltering weather. Otherwise, it feels like a pricier version of CK One, as they share a couple of top, middle and bottom notes (we can get CK One at very discounted prices here in Hong Kong, say 150 HKD / 19 USD and Mirto di Panarea is 850 HKD / 108 USD both for 100ml). The jasmine and rose emerging as it settles onto the skin is pleasant. Very briefly do I get hints of soapiness like Ghost in the Shell by Etat Libre D’Orange around 30-40 minutes after spraying. It’s a light, airy and citrusy scent perfect for summer and year round if you prefer wearing something lighter. It’s got intimate projection and weak longevity, so that’s something to take into consideration given its price point.

I've been testing all the fragrances in the Blu Mediterraneo line with 5ml bottles. Was so enamoured by Fico di Amalfi and Arancia di Capri, until I came to this bottle. This one just knocked it out of the park for me. I don't know why but I've fallen really hard for this fragrance. I'm not good at describing notes but best I can say is that it's all fresh and comforting. And it lasts on me for at least six hours. I wish I knew which note exactly gives me so much joy - it might be the myrtle but I just have no idea what myrtle actually smells like. I wore it on a hot 32 degrees afternoon in Singapore and the fragrance just seemed to bloom in the heat, rising up up fresh and clean. I do get that soapy scent some reviewers have described but when you live in a city like this, where it gets so stiflingly hot, it's quite welcomed!

Is this what heaven smells like?! This fragrance is everything I want a scent to be. And mind you, I love a perfume that isnt in everybodys face when you enter a room. I want that only I and the people close to me can smell it, or when I pass by someone. Fresh (without being soapy), realistic and smelling it just brings me absolute joy and happiness! It's like taking a walk through a fresh juniper forest with a citrus edge to it. Instantly brings you to an Italian summer. Despite of that, I find that this is suitable for every season and every occation. 10000/10 and this is a fragrance that I compare every new fragrance to, and after getting this I feel like I have a hard time falling in love with other scents. I doubt if I am ever able to find anything close to this perfection.

Já fiz uma resenha bem ruim sobre esse perfume e estou aqui de novo para fazer uma melhor com minha nova opinião. Ao longo do tempo com esse perfume fui começando a gostar muito dele, torna-se viciante! No inicio acredito que não gostei muito da Murta dele,mas agora estou amando! Faz uma combinação muito boa com o limão, a bergamota.. O manjericão e o cedro também dão uma outra cara para o perfume, para mim lembra um pouco um cheiro de sauna no melhor sentido, um dia bem claro, com um solzão, sem nuvens no céu, onde você vai para um passeio de barco! Literalmente isso que sinto com esse perfume, uma delícia! Hoje dou uma nota 8,5/10. Fixação EM MIM que não tenho problema com fixação com certeza dura mais que 8 horas. Se não gostou desse perfume, de outras chances a ele!

Another absolutely divine fragrance from AdP.; a vacation to the beaches of Cinque Terre in a bottle. Gender-neutral, unique yet easy to love, fresh and sophisticated. The top for me reads as lime and basil (perhaps the lime comes from the combo of lemon and myrtle, i admittedly have no idea what myrtle smells like...) Then the rose and jasmine come through, balanced by the woody sharpness of the basenotes. The website says "a heart develops with aromas of jasmine, rose and green lilac, which meet sea breeze and black currant leaves." I definitely smell the sea breeze, but again have no idea what black currant leaves smell like...In short, this perfume is a total winner. And at $75 for 5ML from the fragrance discounters, a total no-brainer.

A beautiful, floral, ethereal, soft, slightly sweet opening. Dries down to a soapy, soft, floral, natural, high quality scent...not too much development, but lovely all the same. Can't say it's unique or innovative, but it's a fantastic version of it's genre. Leans feminine, but considering a full bottle. Comparing it side by side with Ginepro di Sardegna, which is a sweeter, smokier, zestier scent. I think I prefer Mirto, but they are different types. Very nice. Update: After wearing this all day, I love it but wonder when and where I would wear this. Might be a bit too feminine for me to wear in public, but would be nice on a relaxing Sunday while reading at home. Scent: 8.5-9, Longevity: 7.5, Overall: 8.5

My mother, an asthmatic who generally hates perfume, actually likes this one on me. The best way to describe this would be a sharp, spicy scent (citrus, herbals, and water notes all come through and are noticeable) that manages to not be overpowering. It's a little more unisex than I'm used to, but I like it a lot and wouldn't consider it too masculine. It does have something of a sporty/energetic feel to it, something you would wear before or after working out. That's not a bad thing at all, in fact it's sort of sexy. It's good for when you want to smell good without creating a headache-inducing "perfume cloud", since it sits fairly close to the skin. Very nice overall, definitely a favorite.

Yet another feather in the cap of Demachy, this is a beautiful masculine. A tart, crisp, light, easygoing, sunny cologne, this personifies the carefree gent who is comfortable in his skin. The lemony zing and bracing myrtle are tamed by soft florals and an aquatic background. Much, much better than Light Blue -- I'd pick this every single time over that (and it's also a very nice fragrance, mind you). Smells very natural, elegant and office-appropriate. Highly recommend this superlative citrus aromatic to men aged 35+. EDIT: The pricing on this is a steal. Easily available at the discounters, this is the perfect mindless reach - daily driver that you can never go wrong with.

I used to own this and loved to spray it liberally in the summertime, it makes you feel like you just got out of the shower! UNISEX 100% and some might say leans like 1% toward the masculine side of unisex. But it's also great for us gals who love refreshing green and citrus fragrances. Super clean, herbaceous, and refreshing. I've just discovered a similar fragrance at a much lower price point: Tilleul Cédrat by Fragonard. These two share some notes like lemon and cedar. In the dry down of both, you really pick up the cedar and lemon that they have in common. This summer I may have to get myself some Mirto for old times sake and then do a side by side comparison.

This is one of those fragrances that has a ton of stuff going on, but is so well blended that you experience it as one cohesive whole. On initial spray, I get a blast of citrus, particularly bergamot. Within seconds, the other notes begin to emerge to balance the citrus out, with the juniper being most noticeable. At arm’s length, I get whiffs of fruity floral, but when I put my nose up to my skin, the scent becomes aromatic and woody, with a bit of soapiness. Aromatic notes don’t always work well on me, but here I find it’s just the right amount to make the fragrance warm and interesting, without drowning out the other facets of the fragrance.