
Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta
citrus up front, then woody, settling into aromatic.
About
Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta by Acqua di Parma is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta was launched in 2003. Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta was created by Bertrand Duchaufour and Jean-Claude Ellena. Top notes are Bitter Orange, Bergamot, Lemon Verbena and Sweet…
Noses: Jean-Claude Ellena · Bertrand Duchaufour
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Ylang-Ylang, Vetiver, Jasmine, Cedar, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Paprika
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta smell like?
citrus up front, then woody, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: citrus, woody, aromatic.
What notes are in Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta?
Top: Bitter Orange, Bergamot, Lemon Verbena, Sweet Orange. Heart: Ylang-Ylang, Vetiver, Jasmine, Cedar, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Paprika. Base: Oakmoss, Resins, White Musk, Patchouli.
How long does Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta best for?
Summer is the top pick (44%). Spring is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta?
Day wear leads at 81%. Night is a secondary pick at 19%.
Is Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 43% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta?
Composed by Jean-Claude Ellena and Bertrand Duchaufour. Released in 2003.
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