Eau de toilette

Bvlgari Aqva Divina

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Identity and Release History

Bvlgari Aqva Divina, released in 2015, is a feminine fragrance that continues the legendary Bvlgari Aqva collection.

This perfume from Bvlgari – a brand known for its jewelry heritage – translates the aesthetics of precious stones into the world of scents, creating a brilliant continuation of Italian luxury.

As part of the Aqva collection, Aqva Divina is inspired by marine themes, offering a fresh and refined take on aquatic fragrances, perfectly reflecting the brand's Mediterranean spirit and its ability to transform simple elements into exquisite masterpieces.

Scent and Its Development

The scent of Bvlgari Aqva Divina begins its journey with bright and refreshing top notes, where bergamot, ginger, and salt create a playful and energetic start.

In the heart of the composition, delicate floral and fruity accents unfold, and in the base, the scent gains warmth and depth, thanks to amber and woody notes, uniting into the aromatic and floral families.

This multifaceted character makes the fragrance versatile for various moods, smoothly transitioning from initial freshness to lasting elegance, appealing to lovers of sophisticated and memorable perfume experiences.

Positioning and Wearability

Bvlgari Aqva Divina is a feminine fragrance in the concentration of eau de toilette, ensuring a light and unobtrusive presence.

Its lightly perceptible trail makes it ideal for daily use, the office, or dates in warm seasons, when one wants to feel fresh and confident.

The scent is well-suited for spring and summer, and its balanced character allows it to be worn both day and evening, creating an aura of sophistication without excessive heaviness, valued by modern women seeking complimentary and recognizable perfumes.

Creators and Influence

The creator of this masterpiece is the famous perfumer Alberto Morillas, whose talent has gifted the world with many iconic fragrances.

His work on Aqva Divina highlights the masterful combination of mineral, floral, and amber notes, strengthening Bvlgari's reputation as a brand capable of creating innovative and emotional perfume compositions.

This release not only enriched the Aqva collection but also showed how the brand can evolve while remaining true to its DNA of luxury and quality, inspiring fans to new discoveries in the world of perfumery.

If you are looking for similar fragrances, consider Paco Rabanne Olympéa, Dior J'adore In Joy, and Calvin Klein Reveal, which also offer fresh and feminine accents.

For more detailed information, visit the official website: http://www.bulgari.com.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid of Bvlgari Aqva Divina begins with the top notes: bergamot gives a citrus freshness, ginger adds a spicy spark, and salt brings a marine mineral accent.

In the heart of the fragrance, magnolia unfolds with its delicate floral charm and quince, which brings a fruity juiciness.

The base consists of amber for warmth and sensuality, beeswax adding honeyed nuances, and a woody chord that ensures stability and elegance.

This composition creates a multifaceted fragrance where freshness gradually transitions into depth, leaving behind a subtle and memorable sillage, perfectly suited for those who appreciate complex and harmonious perfume stories.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Bvlgari
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country Italy
Website http://www.bulgari.com
Year of production 2015
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder LVMH

Composition pyramid

Bergamot
Ginger
Salt
Magnolia
Quince
Ambergris
Beeswax
Woody Accord

Top notes

Heart notes

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Imperceptible
2
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
9%
Unisex
20%
Female
71%
What kind of event
Date
6%
Wedding
6%
Sport
15%
Sleep
3%
For party
6%
For every day
26%
Sex
3%
For Holiday
9%
Theatre
3%
Office
24%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
21%
Spring
Spring
21%
Summer
Summer
25%
Autumn
Autumn
32%
For what style / mood
Casual
39%
Gala
11%
Classic
11%
Avant-garde
6%
Romantic
6%
Sporty
28%
For what age
under 18
21%
18-25 years old
12%
26-35 years old
17%
36-45 years
21%
46+ years old
17%
Any
12%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
11%
Enter the cloud
17%
1-2 atomisations
44%
2-3 atomisations
17%
3-4 atomisations
6%
4-5 sprays
6%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
14%
On the wrist
17%
On the knees
3%
On the back of the neck
14%
Behind the ears
17%
On the elbow
10%
On the abdomen
3%
On the back of the hand
3%
On clothes
14%
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3%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
11%
Enter the cloud
17%
1-2 atomisations
44%
2-3 atomisations
17%
3-4 atomisations
6%
4-5 sprays
6%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
27%
Exoticism
5%
Luxury
27%
Euphoria
9%
Passion
5%
Joy
18%
Calm
5%
Excitement
5%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
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Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
High quality
4
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What an amazing and unusual fragrance! It's not like the usual, mundane scents. Spicy-fresh, with a slight saltiness - it's truly impressive. I detect the sweetness of some exotic fruit, perhaps quince? But then it seems to me that these fruits were soaked in seawater and a little ginger was added. And the aftertaste on the skin leaves a resinous coniferous accord. This fragrance is full of mysteries and interest for me!
5/5
5
I can't believe it, but I always thought this perfume was salty and spicy, not powdery. The other day I met a friend, and she had such an amazing powdery scent coming from her that I couldn't resist asking what it was. It turned out to be Aqua Divina. Honestly, I didn't expect it to unfold so beautifully on her skin
4/5
4
The fragrance turned out to be truly unusual, with a light salty creamy undertone. I usually stay away from perfumes with salt, but here it's so harmoniously integrated that it doesn't interfere with other notes. I'm pleasantly surprised that it's not too intrusive, but rather creates a light, joyful mood
4/5
4
At first, the scent seems spicy and a bit bitter, but then it unfolds with softness and a light saltiness, becoming quite pleasant, even though there's no sweetness in it. It reminded me a bit of Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt. It's a real shame that the longevity of this eau de toilette leaves much to be desired - it's only suitable for summer! And it's even more upsetting that it's been discontinued(((
3/5
3
The scent is indeed salty and with tart notes. It's definitely not for everyone. The bottle, undoubtedly, is luxurious, but the scent itself didn't suit me at all. It reminds me of Olympea by Paco Rabanne, but there's nothing special about this one. Its longevity and sillage are impressive, but, alas, not my choice 😅
3/5
3
The scent is truly unusual. Salt is clearly felt, and it's not quite my favorite in perfumery. I can't say it's for everyone, but it has its fans. Overall, it's a choice for those looking for something special ))))
3/5
3
On me, this scent turned out to be too salty and sharp. Disappointed, I expected the sweetness of flowers with honey, but instead, I only smell salt and ginger. The bottle, of course, is luxurious, but the scent itself is definitely not for me 😕
3/5
3
The scent turned out to be sour and salty. On my skin, it unfolded too intrusively, the same notes just wouldn't let go. I prefer when perfume gradually develops, but unfortunately, that didn't happen here 😕
5/5
5
I can't understand how I didn't notice this fragrance before, I'm surprised at myself. I smelled it several times, but there were no emotions, apparently, I wasn't ready. It's really beautiful, with salty notes, but not in the usual aquatic sense. It doesn't scream, but it's perfectly audible, the sillage is delicate and elegant. For me, it's a light daytime version of my favorite Yves Saint Laurent Nu, just with minor changes. It's best experienced on the skin. At certain moments, it reminds me of something like Hermès Rose Amazone, with suede notes and an unsweetened rose, although neither of those are actually present. The scent changes depending on the weather, humidity, and mood. Sometimes you wouldn't even recognize it 😌
4/5
4
Fragrances with a salty note have always attracted me, and this one is no exception. The combination of quince, bergamot, and ginger is truly surprising. And the beeswax in the base adds a special twist. This is a fragrance that can be called high-quality and unique!!!
4/5
4
In a Catholic church by the sea, the air is filled with the scent of waxed candles, and on the table lies ripe quince, sprinkled with salt. The fragrance here isn't fresh; it's rather persistent, with a sharp bitterness and a salty coolness. The waxy and woody base gives it density and body. From the fabric, there's a scent of seafood pizza with marjoram. This perfume would be perfect for a man of any age. I'd love to smell it on my husband. It conveys a business-like detachment, strength, confidence, and elegance 💪
5/5
5
The fragrance is truly fresh and floral, perfect for everyday use. In the top notes, you can feel bright red ginger, bergamot, and a hint of salty air. The heart reveals quince and magnolia accords, creating an interesting combination. And the base, with amber, beeswax, and woody notes, gives it completeness. Overall, it's just pure bliss!
5/5
5
The fragrance sounds quite monotonous, but there's a charm to it. It's a little salty, and something interesting appears in the middle of its development, but it quickly fades. Mostly, it gives off a sweet woody richness, and yes, there's something waxy in the scent. I just tried it recently, and now I'm thinking about buying a bottle, because such a magnificent fragrance simply cannot go unnoticed 🌟
4/5
4
This fragrance is really impressive. It's expensive but doesn't bother your nose. It's probably the most pleasant of all my perfumes. After an hour, it starts to unfold on the skin, becoming softer and cozier. I just adore it
4/5
4
At first, I thought the quince was too intrusive, and I can't stand it. But then, finally, I caught that amazing combination of salt and ginger everyone's talking about. The perfume's sillage is light, almost imperceptible, but there's something exquisite and refined about it

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