by Bvlgari
Bvlgari Aqva Pour Homme Marine is a sharply refreshing aquatic fragrance with a pronounced marine character. The opening features a bright, juicy grapefruit burst, closely balanced by neroli, mandarin orange, and petitgrain, creating a vibrant citrus-acidic profile. This quickly evolves into a complex marine olfactory journey defined by seaweed, rosemary, and clean water notes, evoking the sensation of walking along a weathered shore, with salt and herbal depth. The drydown smooths into a subtle amalgamation of cedar, amber, and a fine, lingering watery freshness, achieving a casual yet elegant balance. The composition is universally regarded as an ideal warm-weather scent, with most users finding it suitable for daytime wear, especially in summer heat. Performance is moderate, with noticeable longevity in warm conditions but consistently described as fading rapidly to a skin scent. The sillage remains intimate, hugging the body rather than projecting widely. Despite not being universally liked, the fragrance gains consistent praise for its unique balance of freshness, authenticity, and natural aquatic character, standing apart from typical synthetic or overly sweet waters. It is a design-forward, gender-neutral scent suitable for those who appreciate sophistication in aquatic fragrances and are open to its salty, herbal character.