Sea NotesOpens with
RosemaryHeart
IncenseDries down to
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Giorgio Armani · Sold as masculine
Acqua di Giò Profumo
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, with hints of incense and a crisp bergamot note that lingers.
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Acqua di Giò ProfumoPremium · $100–250
50%Similar accords, often for lessAmber Oud Carbon Edition · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2015 by Giorgio Armani and crafted by perfumer Alberto Morillas, Acqua di Giò Profumo is a fragrance that defies the aquatic conventions set by its predecessor. This aromatic-woody composition opens with sea notes and bergamot, leading to an unexpected heart of rosemary and sage, which adds a fresh spicy edge. The base layers in incense and patchouli, creating a smoky warmth that contrasts sharply with the marine freshness above. Praised widely for its incense note, this fragrance has become a standout among mainstream designer men's fragrances, often ranked alongside Bleu de Chanel. Its shift toward an incense-driven profile proved polarizing but built a strong following, especially after it was discontinued.
Acqua di Giò Profumo's smoky base notes take time to develop fully on skin. Apply one or two sprays initially; it blooms best after about an hour, so avoid reapplying too frequently as the top notes are fleeting.
Fig. 01 — Acqua di Giò Profumo, Giorgio Armani
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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
The Acqua di Gio line
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Designer Giorgio Armani
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A community favourite: loved by 62%, disliked or hated by 6%.