Azzaro Chrome Aqua

This is different from the others in the Chrome line. Yes, some sweetness, citrus and Marine accords. But, there is depth that is unlike the other flankers. There is a woodiness that is accompanied by some fresh spiceness with some green tone to it, almost pine like but, not quite. I find the scent as a whole quite invigorating and it pops really, really good off of one’s skin for that first hour or two. It has the Chrome DNA, it’s just woodier and greener and it sets it apart from the rest of the line. And I like it, a lot. Citrus, Marine and those lightly sweet accords blend well and then slowly morph into the wood and Spicey drydown with some of that aquatic citrus lingering but, in the background as a subtle side note. In the right moment with a nice summer breeze you’ll catch a nice hint of it every once in a while. The depth that I mentioned earlier though really takes this scent to another level and I can see this as an all year wear. Perhaps even signature scent worthy. It’s shooting for what today’s fragrances are trying to accomplish but, it has enough to be just a bit different and quite alluring. Anyone can wear this and they will wear it well. It’s not groundbreaking but, it has more than enough to impress. Speaking on performance, this nice gem has some legs. Like I said, it will pop off the skin for a good hour or two and it will stay with you for a good 6-8 hours with a nice scent bubble that’s about half an arms length from you. 3-4 good sprays is about right for a full work day. Has real good potential for versatility and wear for any moment or occasion. Worthy of a spot in one’s collection. By the way, it’s available for a pretty decent price at roughly $35-$45 for 100ml. Pretty good deal if you ask me....

Oh my god this is good. The best fresh/aquatic scent I’ve tried in years. What sets it apart from the rest (like Polo deep blue, Dylan blue, eternity aqua, DG light blue, nautica voyage, etc) to me, is the combination of that light fresh clean/soapy quality of the EDT with a very herbaceous heart and balsamic drydown. So many scents in this style smell so sickly synthetic to me, but this strikes me as much more natural in the heart and drydown especially. It’s got this slightly sweet/resinous drydown that is especially outstanding, it’s not TOO woody or herbal but just a perfect mix of green, herbal spice and resinous wood/vetiver that is truly magnificent. I did NOT expect to be this impressed with a freakin Azzaro Chrome flanker, but this one really wowed me. It feels very casual, very Italian, very refreshing and uplifting, but also relaxing... like I’m on the coast surrounded by fresh citrus groves, herbs and flowers with a light breeze blowing through the trees.

I have to say this is a great aquatic. Can't stop smelling my arm with this one. It is fairly strong to me for a light aquatic type scent. After a couple of minutes it settles into a non sweet but delicious watery spicy profile. It gets better and better as it dries. Total safe card up your sleeve for spring, summer and why not fall. No one will find this offputting which really is what I am about - maximum appeal. I find that for an aquatic it is actually unique, it doesn't remind me of anything else which usually always happens. I smell one fragrance and a couple of other pop up in my mind. Not this one. Now it doesn't smell quite like Acqua di gio, but it is certainly a great summer alternative for if you're tired of that one. This is not as sour and sharp but more subtle, youthful and juicy. And it's obviously affordable. Bravo Azzaro!

Right off the top I get a herbaceous blast of basil mixed with citrus and a watery note. For me the basil dominates well into the dry down, picking up some equally herbaceous, but welcome mint. Strangely enough this reminds me strongly of AdG Profumo. The resemblance is so uncanny that I’m tempted to call this fragrance redundant. However, these are just initial impressions. I’m curious to see what the high heat does to the scent profile. Update: The first 70+ degree day wearing this and it’s another fragrance altogether. Yes, the resemblance to AdG is there, but Chrome Aqua is more energetic and youthful. My only gripe is that my skin absolutely eats this stuff. I enjoy maybe two hours before it’s a skin scent. Very addictive though, I found myself reapplying liberally.

Outstanding offer from Azzaro...this one threw me for a loop. Fresh and green. Citrusy. Aquatic. Well done. Opens with sweetness of apple and and a bit of citrus. The freshness of the mint and herbal basil are peeking around the corner. As it dries down, mint/basil really come forth giving you a sweet green freshness. So incredibly fresh and invigorating. I pick up some Vetiver later...but only for the sake of adding depth. Longevity and projection are a bit better than average. Spring/summer gem. Overall, this is fantastic. Maybe I feel this way because I went in with such low expectations...but I will use this heavily this Summer. Go to Macy’s to spray down and live with a day...but I bet you will end up picking up a bottle at discounters.