Acqua di Giò Profumo

It has a very, very refreshing smell. It seems to be citrusy Marin. But it is neither sharp nor has the smell of seaweed like Marin. Both aspects are perfectly balanced and there is no exaggeration in the citrus or Marin accord. Usually, perfumes that contain rosemary notes are sharp and pungent. But here, a technique has been used that allows you to smell the rosemary note, but it is not at all obnoxious and is completely polished. It is clear that it was created by a skilled, professional and experienced perfumer like Mr. Alberto Morillas. I think it's really interesting that in this perfume you can smell every single note. In addition to the marine and citrus notes; you can completely distinguish notes such as rosemary and sage and to a lesser extent geranium in the perfume. It really is a perfume that should have been released under another brand and called "Niche". It's a shame that a designer perfume is classified. I was not very familiar with the perfumes of this brand until I tried this one. I thought it would be spicy like Acqua di Gio, but I found that it really has an attractive scent. بسیار بسیار بوی فرح بخشی داره. ظاهرا سیتروسی مارینی هست. ولی نه تند و تیزی سیتروسی ها رو داره و نه بوی جلبک از نوع مارینی داره. کاملا هر دو جنبه یاد شده در تعادل کامل هستند و به هیچ وجه در آکورد سیتروسی و نیز آکورد مارینی اغراق نشده. معمولا عطرهایی که حاوی نت رزماری هستند؛ به تیزی و تندی میزنند. ولی در اینجا از تکنیکی استفاده شده که بوی نت رزماری رو حس میکنید؛ ولی به هیچ وجه زننده نیست و کاملا صیقلی شده هست.کاملا مشخصه که این فرمولاسیون به دست یک عطر ساز زبردست و حرفه ای و با تجربه چون آقای آلبرتو موریلاس ساخته شده خیلی بنظرم جالبه که در این عطر شما میتونید تک تک نتهای عطر رو ببویید. علاوه بر نت مارین و سیتروسی؛ میشه کاملا بصورت تکی نتهایی چون رزماری و مریم گلی و به مقدار کمتر شمعدانی رو در عطر تشخیص داد. واقعا عطری هست که باید در برند دیگه ای عرضه میشد و اسم نیش رو میگرفت. حیف هست که یک عطر دیزاینری طبقه بندی شده من خیلی خودم با عطرهای این برند آشتی نبودم تا اینکه این عطر رو تست کردم. فکر میکردم که مثل آکوا دی جیوی معروف به تندی بزنه؛ ولی دیدم که واقعا رایحه ی جذابی داره

Aqua di Gio Profumo is a masterpiece that bottles the moment when the salty touch of the sea meets the surface of a dark lava rock. Alberto Morillas’ mastery here creates not just a perfume, but a synthesis of elements: the perfect balance between the freshness of water and the depth of smoke. When you hear Morillas’ name, especially when it comes to aquatic perfumes, you can be sure that a work of art awaits you. He is the undisputed architect of this genre; a perfumer who uses marine notes not just as a fresh breeze, but as a memory compass that opens the layers of the soul. Aqua di Gio Profumo takes the young and innocent smile of the classic Aqua di Gio and transforms it into the gaze of a man who has matured over the years, hardened by experience but has not lost his elegance. The bergamot and marine notes in the opening are still there, but this time they are colder, more measured and deeper. It is as if they rise not from the surface of the ocean, but from its dark depths. And then that smoky incense... This is not an ordinary masculinity; like the sacred vapor of an old resin burned directly in a sacred place, both meditative and seductive. This perfume tells the story of the determination a man feels when he buttons his shirt in the morning, and the reconciliation with the shadows on his face when he looks in the mirror at night. Not too flashy or ordinary; just the right amount of weight. Refined enough to be used daily but assertive enough to carry the stage on its own in special moments. Aqua di Gio Profumo reminds us that being aquatic does not only mean smelling fresh, but that the sea also carries a mystery, a darkness and a depth. This perfume from Morillas creates a new definition of masculinity: clean but dirty, plain but intense, familiar but alienating with every breath. It is as if it takes on a different face every time you spray it; the sea is the same every day but never really the same, just like that.

I rarely wear this as I nabbed a 100ml magnetic cap version just before they disappeared and I feel a little pang every time I put more of a dent in it. Coming back to it today after developing my nose and knowledge more, the aromatic rosemary, sage and geranium stood out right away. The rosemary is very prominent and its blended together with a cooling minty geranium beautifully. The incense is there. I feel the patchouli is dosed in just a tiny fraction of the amount normally used in fragrances. It smells like the ever so slightest earthy tinge that trails the incense note. Morillas has smoothed all the edges of everything in this. It feels slightly blurry, but on the other hand there are no sharp edges that could become fatigueing or bothersome to others or distracting to the wearer. I haven't ever worked in an office but I can see why it is so respected as an office scent. It smells mature and pleasant in an extremely polite, subtle way. The rosemary is the sharpest thing in this by far, but combined with the cooling geranium it has a relaxing nature which makes its prominence calming rather than ostentatious. It reminds me slightly of 80's fragrances like Zino by Davidoff but all the 80's-ness has been rounded into something classic but distinctly modern. I am sad that it was ever tampered with. I smelled the original new Parfum version at Sephora and was upset by it. It was markedly worse and I would never purchase it. It was imbalanced comparatively and clearly missing the incense which was an essential part of the fragrance. I have heard they have reformulated the Parfum again and it smells more like Profumo but not fully. I have not smelled it but I will say that I won't be purchasing the Parfum until they simply put the Profumo formula in the new bottle. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

Acqua di Giò Profumo – My All-Time Favorite Fragrance Acqua di Giò Profumo will always have a very special place in my heart, not just for its incredible scent, but because of its story. My parents gifted it to me back in 2015, the very year it was released. At that time, I never imagined how meaningful it would become — or that one day it would be discontinued. Looking back, that gift feels even more precious now. The fragrance itself is unforgettable. From the first spray, it hits with the fresh, mineral sea breeze that defines the Acqua di Giò line, and then the incense emerges — dark, elegant, and mysterious. That balance of freshness and depth is perfection, like standing by the ocean at dusk, feeling the calm yet powerful air. No other fragrance has ever captured that feeling for me. As it settles, Profumo becomes even more addictive. The incense gives it a smooth, refined darkness, while the aquatic notes keep it clean, timeless, and sophisticated. It works perfectly in every situation — day, night, casual, or formal — while still standing out with its own identity. Every time I wear it, I feel confident, fresh, and completely myself. Even though the fragrance is discontinued, its emotional value only grows. Every spray is a memory — a reminder of when I first received it, my parents’ thoughtful gesture, and all the moments I’ve shared with this scent. Recently, I tried the new version, and I have to admit, it’s very good — well-crafted, fresh, and modern. But no matter how much I like it, I’ll always prefer the original Profumo. There’s something about it that can never be replaced, a uniqueness and personal connection that makes it my all-time favorite. Some scents smell good. A few become memories. And then there’s Acqua di Giò Profumo — unforgettable in every way.

The king of the AdG line with Essenza a close second. I've always had a bottle of classic AdG in my arsenal since the 90s but I was always a hesitant to wear it too much because of its overexposure in the club scene. Nevertheless there's a reason everybody loves the classic and it's a quick and easy dumb grab heading out the door in summer and spring. Profumo takes the classic AdG DNA up a few notches making it a more classy, upmarket, and mature fragrance just with that incredible incense note and take it from the beach club to the boardroom. The crisp citrus opening that we know and love is still there, maybe just not as bright, the salty marine note is still magnificent, but that incense note...just locks it into the Hall of Fame. When I heard a rumor that it was being discontinued, I quickly when to my local shop and bought a couple more bottles to last me a few years. Not to hoard or resale at a ridiculous price but because there was no way I was going to go without or have to rely on a clone or watered down reformulated flanker to get my Profumo fix. There was not way I was going to go the same route as I did with my other signature scent Gucci Pour Homme II and have to skimp and stretch it out for as long as I can. This is a magnificent warm weather, summer fragrance never cloying and gets better with the heat and so much better than Parfum and Profondo. Alas, King Profumo, you shall be missed.

Acqua di Giò Profumo is one of those fragrances that feels timeless. From the very first spray you get that signature aquatic freshness from the original, but now it’s dressed up in something deeper and more refined. The opening hits with a crisp burst of bergamot and a salty marine accord, immediately transporting you to a breezy coastal setting. It’s fresh, but not simple. Where it really stands apart is in the heart and dry down. The incense note weaves through everything, giving the fragrance a darker, almost mysterious character that balances perfectly with the freshness. It never feels heavy, though. Instead, it’s smooth, elegant, and mature. The patchouli adds just the right amount of earthiness, keeping the fragrance grounded. Performance is strong. I usually get around 7 to 8 hours of wear with solid projection in the first couple of hours before it settles closer to the skin. It’s versatile enough for day or night, though I personally think it shines most in the evening or for special occasions when you want to smell both fresh and sophisticated. To me, Acqua di Giò Profumo takes the DNA of a classic and elevates it into something more polished and elegant. It’s aquatic, it’s smoky, it’s refined, and it’s still incredibly wearable. No wonder it’s considered one of the best flankers out there.

"Acqua di Gio Profumo Review As someone who previously used Acqua di Gio EDT and then went on to finish a whole bottle of Profumo, I can say the transition between the two felt quite drastic. At first, Profumo gave me a headache due to what I perceived as its synthetics, and it was just a fragrance I would casually spray at the office. However, after a while, I realized just how precious of a scent it truly is—though by the time I opened my eyes to it, I had already gone through half the bottle. Given how difficult it is to find nowadays, this realization was bittersweet for me. Every single time I wore it, I experienced something unique, and I found myself missing the scent constantly. It is an absolute compliment magnet; incredibly attractive, attention-grabbing, and it gives you a massive confidence boost. It literally brings pure class to the summer season. I really want to finish another bottle and I’ll go out of my way to find one, even if it seems nearly impossible right now. I haven't smelled its supposed clones or similar alternatives yet, but I’ve heard many people say 'they are nothing like the original.' I just hope they are at least somewhat close. In my opinion, this is Morillas' ultimate masterpiece."

I finally got my hands on a bottle of this, and I absolutely love it; a lovely dark aquatic opening with plenty of spicy/peppery bergamot, with an earthy and smoky drydown. It's a gorgeous fragrance, and I think it's a shame it was discontinued. But, now I find myself in quite the bitter paradox, because I don't know when or if I'll ever find another bottle of this again, so I can't wear it all that often. So, here are a few good alternatives to this fragrance that I have come across that I thought I'd share with everyone. -- Musk & Hustle's No. 06. This is an roll-on oil, with more a lot more emphasis on the incense and patchouli notes in the fragrance. Excellent durability and value, but I didn't get a lot of projection out of it. The perfume-oils dot com version of Profumo also has this same emphasis, but it smells like they're using cashmeran, which has a bug-spray quality to me. -- Mod Fragrances Coastal Aura. Smells like a smoother and earthier version of Latafa's Suqraat, which is itself a dupe of current formulation ADG Profumo. You could look at it as meeting halfway between this Profumo and the new, if you like. If anyone has any other suggestions, let me know.

Given there are fragrances currently for sale that the upper class purchase which are in excess of £500 for quite small volumes, 30ml and 50ml, the value of this and Essenza in 75ml, 125ml + will only continue to rise as the years progress when taking into account the rate of inflation, aaaand those with serious wealth who wish to posses them and reminisce of youth. Given nostalgia cannot be denied in its emotional contribution to impulsivity, withhh the olfactory sense being the most associated with it. Additionally, I can see OG bottles of these going for in excess of £1000 + quite easily within the next decade if stored adequately just as you see various bottles of consumable wines or whiskeys go for, if you’re lucky enough to have collected them that is. A masterpiece in essence. For the working class, avoid the chinese copies and just get the new Parfum which isn’t dissimilar in its resemblance if you don’t want to spend a small fortune to use rather than collect. Doesn’t quite scratch that itch if you’ve had the real thing before, but it have to suffice

Glory Hallelujah! This is one of those scents, which will forever maintain its position in the top 20 realm of gentlemen scents. I jumped on the bandwagon later than normal, due to my habitual averseness towards mainstream scents. Finally coming to me senses, I sampled it at least thrice before eventually buying, scavenging bins for the best (read lowest) prices. An aquatic scent, with an added touch of rosemary and sage, which balances the marine element, the midas touch from Morillas comes in form of the incense note, which elevates the scent to the elite level. Patchouli in the base, contributes to impressive drydown of the fragrance. A scent which will stand the test of time. It continues the legacy of ADG OG and ADG Essenza All seasonal scent? Yes Unisex? Masculine Blind buy worthy? I would suggest sampling, as many might not get their head around the incense note, same as I did. Performance? Longevity, around 7 to 8 hours, with decent projection and sillage

Acqua di Giò Profumo by Giorgio Armani is my fragrance for making a strong first impression, especially during the summer. It opens with a fresh marine breeze that feels clean and energizing, but what makes it special is the blend of incense and deep woody notes. It smells powerful, confident, and sophisticated without being loud. Whenever I wear it, I imagine a successful CEO walking into an important meeting—calm, respected, and naturally commanding attention. It has the kind of presence that speaks through confidence rather than volume. For me, this is not an everyday casual fragrance. It's the scent I choose when I want to leave a memorable impression at business meetings, professional events, or special occasions during the warmer months. If I had to describe it in one sentence, I would say: "Acqua di Giò Profumo smells like a powerful CEO dressed in a tailored suit, leading with quiet confidence on a bright summer day."

I’ve had a bottle of this for a good while, didn’t even realise it got discontinued, which is very unfortunate. I thought it was very popular. In any case, you can undoubtedly tell it is Acqua di Gio due to the very strong calone note and its piercing everlasting quality. Can’t say there is a massive difference from the original, besides being more bitter, which I do really like. I do get a strange sensation of a freshly cut carrot for whatever reason, which is still quite pleasant. It’s projection and longevity is amazing. Lasts a full work day and beyond. If you still own a bottle, I’d use it sparingly as anything more than 2 sprays might choke everyone out in the office. I’ve not tried the Parfum version, but many have said it’s the same or at least very close. If that’s the case, I’d go for that version as there is never a good justification to pay double or more from a reseller.

So unfortunately, this is discontinued but the plus side is that the new parfum is pretty damn close to this scent profile. So I would highly recommend checking that one out if you can’t find this. Profumo has that original amazing fresh aquatic ADG DNA but they added some Nice depth to it with the added incense and spices. It’s perfect for a versitle year round wear as it’s fresh enough for hot summer days and with the added spice and incense it’s pops enough off the skin for cooler winter weather as well. The performance and longevity are really good lasting all Day as well. Very pleasemt smell in the air bound to grab compliments. I feel you could dress this up for office and business meeting and dress it down for the gym and it just works This is a top 10 in my collection forever. I actually have another 4.2 back up bottle of this and I have the parfum 😎

Acqua di Giò Profumo is the fragrance that crowns them all. Out of my entire collection of over 60 bottles, this is my girlfriend’s clear favorite — and by a wide margin. To her, it is the sexiest, most masculine scent a man can wear. To me, it is a masterpiece I return to again and again, a fragrance that feels both timeless and irreplaceable. From the very first spray, it announces itself not as just another aquatic, but as something deeper, more commanding. Freshness rises like a crashing wave, crisp and mineral, awakening the senses. Then, within moments, incense coils through the water like smoke over black volcanic stone. That is the magic of Profumo: it transforms a familiar ocean breeze into something mysterious, magnetic, and infinitely seductive. It is the ocean at night — vast, dark, and full of allure, carrying both elegance and danger.

Ive been wearing this cologne for years. Ive been through i believe 3 bottles now. Its such a shame this fragrance was discontinued as it out pleases most niece fragrances in the market. It is by far the best fresh and aquatic fragrance ive ever come across. (Im sorry to overhype) Its such a shame they put away their best seller. Anyways i bought a new bottle on ebay. Its an authentic tester bottle from 20018. Chat gpt tells me that most bottles last 3-5 years and im not sure what to think of that. I still use my kilian intoxicated from 2014. I understand fresh colognes don't last as long as a oud woody scent for example. My question is, will i be happy with the 2018 batch. Brand new in box. Will that perform well? Will the notes stay "Intact" Did i waste my money or will it be fine? Please advise!!

Out of the 50+ fragrances I proudly own — ranging from the highest calibers of niche artistry to the most iconic mass-appeal designers — Acqua Di Giò Profumo remains an untouchable legend. It’s not just a scent, it’s a signature. A masterful blend of fresh aquatic bergamot and deep, smoky incense wrapped in patchouli. It feels like wearing a tailored black suit at the edge of the sea during twilight — confident, composed, and irresistibly masculine. The projection is clean yet commanding for 2–3 hours, with longevity easily stretching 10+ on my skin with beautiful whiffs through all of it's longevity. I own over 300ml of this discontinued icon — that’s how much I value it. And to top it all off? It’s my girlfriend’s favorite fragrance on me. This one... this one is pure black elegance. 🖤♠️🎩

I am so f••king glad i bought this for cheap when it was still available. Wore this to the office for the first time and my colleague asked what the hell I am wearing because it smells so good within 30 seconds of sitting down. 3 weeks later every cockroach on Facebook marketplace is trying to pawn these for $200 now that stocks have run out for good. Don’t buy this from scalpers, better to wait until clueless people eventually sell theirs. Create listing alerts so you get notified. Alternatively wait for discounters to drop prices on the the new ADG parfum, it’s very similar but not worth the 40% price increase Whoever at ADG discontinued this deserves to be flogged with a cactus. Are they allergic to money or just f••king insane??? Crime of the century

@Chakib lahlah First this is an absolute gem and you should get it if you can find an authentic one. That being said I have a real bottle and when I learned it was being discontinued I turned to ebay; and what they sent me was a very close bottle but on the first spray I new it was not the same. What they shipped was a nice scent but it was NOT Profumo. The seller didn't fight very hard when I was adamant it was fake. Profumo is one of those scents that it very captivating, but that also means there is a huge incentive for counterfeits. I haven't smelt it yet but hear the new Acqua di Giò Parfum is very close. I'd suggest you avoid the hassle of getting a fake, unless you want to spend close to $300 for a real one.

This is a grown man fresh masterpiece! Modern freshness with classic ties to bold masculine fragrances. One of the best manly freshies ever created. For everyone saying the Parfum is the same as this, nah. The Parfum isn't as rich smelling as this and is more like a toned down freshened up version of Profumo. Please stop telling everyone Parfum is rebottled Profumo. Parfum is like the little brother to Profumo that looks similar to him and tries to dress like him but will always be little brother. Parfum is great by the way, just not on Profumo level. That being said, don't spend $3+ per ml to get Profumo when you can get good enough little brother for half that. Scent: 9.75/10 Performance: 9/10 Overall: 9.75/10

I love the Parfum and had gone through a couple of bottles. But I miss this. They're very close yes, but I absolutely miss this stuff. Many memories attached to it too... This I would pick any day over the Parfum. And yes I've owned both st the same time. Profumo special blend was great too... I miss that incense, watery punch to the face. Not to mention this is super versatile, great for the day and night hot or cold... it was an all-rounder. Masterpiece. I wish I had one back up bottles left... 10/10 - Other than what I've mentioned even the older bottles were better. Magnetic caps, better atomizer and felt awesome just holding it especially the 75ml bottles... RIP old friend