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Acqua di Parma · Sold as unisex
Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Mandorlo di Sicilia
The sun-drenched groves of Sicily where almond trees bloom, merging the freshness of green fruit with the sweetness of blossoms and vanilla.
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Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Mandorlo di SiciliaPremium · $100–250
38%Similar accords, often for lessAmor Amor Eau Fraiche 2005 · CacharelMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1999 as part of the Blu Mediterraneo collection, Acqua di Parma's Mandorlo di Sicilia is a unisex fragrance that embodies the essence of Italian elegance and warmth. The composition opens with green almond and star anise, bringing a fresh, vibrant burst of Sicilian sun. As it settles into a heart of orange, bergamot, white peach, ylang-ylang, jasmine, and bourbon vanilla, the scent becomes a harmonious blend of fruity sweetness and powdery warmth. The base notes of tolu balsam, white musk, and cedar add depth and a lingering sense of comfort.
Mandorlo di Sicilia is best applied to pulse points for a warm, enveloping effect. The fragrance's longevity ensures that it holds up well throughout the day, so one or two sprays are sufficient. It reads best in warmer seasons when its sunny notes can truly shine.
Fig. 01 — Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Mandorlo di Sicilia, Acqua di Parma
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Alberto Morillas
The invisible architectAlberto Morillas is one of the most prolific and celebrated perfumers of the modern era. Born in Seville and trained in Geneva at Firmenich, he possesses an extraordinary gift for constructing fragrances that feel simultaneously complex and effortless.
“Technique is important, but it's the perfumer's soul that makes the difference.”
Alberto Morillas · Mizensir journal ('Nose-to-nose with founder Alberto Morillas'), July 2025
Co-created with Jacques Cavallier Belletrud
Designer Acqua di Parma
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 11%.