OrangeOpens with
PetitgrainHeart
CaramelDries down to
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Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri
The sun-drenched terraces of Capri, where the air is filled with the scent of ripe oranges and a gentle sea breeze.
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Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di CapriPremium · $100–250
58%Similar accords, often for lessRiders · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 5 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1999 by the storied Italian house of Acqua di Parma, Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri is a fresh and vibrant fragrance that captures the essence of the Mediterranean coast. The bright, citrusy opening with Sicilian mandarin and bergamot sets a crisp tone, while notes of orange and lemon add depth and freshness. As it settles, cardamom brings a subtle spiciness, cutting through the sweetness with an invigorating edge. Caramel provides a gentle warmth, balancing the overall composition without overpowering its fresh character.
For this fragrance, one or two sprays are sufficient to capture its fresh, citrusy essence. The top notes are bright but short-lived, so it's best applied just before you step out for the day. Its subtle spiciness and warm base make it ideal for daytime wear in a variety of settings.
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Bertrand Duchaufour
The world traveler's noseBertrand Duchaufour is a perfumer-adventurer whose creations read like a travelogue of the senses. Trained at Roure (now Givaudan), his work draws deeply from his journeys through Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and sub-Saharan Africa.
“The art of perfumery must be at the same time, innovative, harmonius, and “sent bon”.”
Bertrand Duchaufour · CaFleureBon, October 2010
Designer Acqua di Parma
More from the house · founded 1916 · Italy
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 6%.