Mandarin OrangeOpens with
OlibanumHeart
MyrhhDries down to
Nicolas BonnevilleThe nose · 28 fragrances · also made Wild Vetiver (2026)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Acqua di Parma · Sold as unisex
Note di Colonia III
The quiet confidence of an Italian city square at twilight, where the crisp citrus notes blend with the warmth of the evening and the subtle earthiness of vetiver.
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Note di Colonia IIIPremium · $100–250
45%Similar accords, often for lessL Eau par Kenzo Eau Indigo pour Homme · KenzoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 and crafted by perfumer Nicolas Bonneville, Note di Colonia III by Acqua di Parma is a proof of the brand's Italian elegance. The composition opens with mandarin orange and ginger, creating a fresh spicy aroma that immediately invigorates the senses. As it evolves, olibanum (frankincense) and jasmine add depth, while vetiver brings an earthy, woody undertone. The base notes of myrrh, labdanum, and tonka bean introduce warmth and sweetness, grounding the fragrance in a rich balsamic accord.
This fragrance is best applied in moderation — a light spritz on pulse points allows the layers to unfold naturally. The fresh spicy opening fades within two hours, so reapply if you want it to linger throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Note di Colonia III, Acqua di Parma
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Nicolas Bonneville
A perfumer's garden in ParisNicolas Bonneville discovered his love of perfumery at age 12 during a trip to Grasse, and after studying chemistry trained extensively there under Jacques Maurel.
Designer Acqua di Parma
More from the house · founded 1916 · Italy
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The originalNote di Colonia IIIAcqua di Parma · Premium · $100–250Kenzo · 2009L Eau par Kenzo Eau Indigo pour HommeShares 4 of its 8 notes$40–100★ 4.11 (455)44%Match
Lattafa Perfumes · 2023Oud ThameenShares 4 of its 10 notesunder $40★ 4.14 (21)
With Acqua di Parma Profumo Eau de Parfum
Adds floral, yellow floral and rose; shares labdanum and jasmine and 1 more note.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 61%, disliked or hated by 5%.