Acqua di Parma Colonia Pura
“Acqua di Parma Colonia Pura by Acqua di Parma is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a citrus, ozonic composition with a aromatic undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2017 by Acqua di Parma, Colonia Pura is a modern iteration of the brand's iconic heritage. François Demachy crafted this fragrance to blend fresh citrus and aromatic notes with ozonic freshness, creating an invigorating yet sophisticated scent. The composition opens with a bright burst of bergamot, orange, and petitgrain before evolving into a heart of narcissus and jasmine sambac, which is grounded by coriander's subtle spice. The base notes of white musk, cedar, and patchouli add depth and warmth without overpowering the lighter elements.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Colonia Pura is best applied in light sprays — two to three are sufficient. The ozonic top notes dissipate quickly, so it's essential to let the fragrance develop on your skin for a few minutes before applying more if needed. It pairs well with layering under a jacket or sweater, ensuring that the subtle complexity of its base notes comes through.
François Demachy
Founding perfumer · 238 fragrances · b. 1949 · French
“I grew up in Grasse. The raw materials of perfumery are my mother tongue.”
François Demachy is the in-house perfumer-creator at Christian Dior, a title that places him among the most influential noses in the world. Born in Cannes and raised in Grasse — the historic capital of perfumery — he carries the craft in his blood. Before joining Dior in 2006, he spent two decades at Chanel. At Dior, Demachy has reimagined the house's olfactory heritage while pushing it forward, creating Sauvage (now the world's best-selling men's fragrance), Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet, and the prestigious La Collection Privée series.
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The story behind the bottle.
The moment when a meeting transitions into a casual conversation, where crisp citrus notes blend with warm musk and wood, creating an atmosphere of relaxed confidence.
Fig. 01 — Acqua di Parma Colonia Pura, Acqua di Parma
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