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Eau de parfum
Rua29 Ipazia
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Ipazia: a fruity-floral character
Rua29 Ipazia is an eau de parfum by the Italian brand Rua29, released in 2022.
This unisex fragrance has a distinctive fruity-floral profile, where juicy facets meet a soft, warm and sensual base.
Ipazia's composition is built around the contrast between a bright fruity opening and a calmer, enveloping development.
From the very first minutes, the fragrance feels noticeable and energetic: the green freshness of blackcurrant leaf blends with the exotic tartness of passion fruit, while peach, pear and raspberry add juiciness and a velvety sweetness to the accord.
How the fragrance develops
The top notes create a vivid, almost sparkling impression, but Ipazia does not remain a light fruity fragrance.
As it develops, the composition becomes softer and gains a transparent floral quality thanks to lily of the valley, which preserves the freshness and connects the bright opening with the base.
In the base, heliotrope brings a creamy, powdery tone, complemented by vanilla and sandalwood.
Patchouli adds depth and a slightly earthy nuance, while musk creates a clean, long-lasting background that allows the fragrance to remain perceptible long after application.
Character and wearability
In terms of mood, Rua29 Ipazia is noticeable, sweetly fresh and femininely soft, but its unisex positioning makes it appealing to anyone who enjoys fruity-floral compositions.
It will suit those who love expressive fragrances with juicy fruits, a floral heart and a warm gourmand trail, but do not want to be limited to a purely dessert-like scent.
Ipazia is described as having a very strong sillage, so it is best to let the fragrance develop gradually.
On skin, it is sensible to start with one or two sprays and assess the intensity after a few minutes; on clothing, a minimal amount is sufficient, especially if you plan to wear the perfume indoors.
Exact dosage recommendations are not provided in the available information, so the amount applied should be adjusted according to the temperature, the size of the space and your personal sensitivity to rich fragrances.
Thanks to its fruity brightness and fresh lily-of-the-valley accent, Ipazia feels especially natural in spring and summer, while its vanilla-woody base also makes it suitable for cooler seasons.
During the day, it can add a noticeable accent to an outfit; in the evening, it reveals itself as richer and more sensual.
Its place in the brand's style
Rua29 is an Italian fragrance brand, and Ipazia can be seen as a modern interpretation of the sensual fruity-floral theme.
The fragrance is not built around a single note: its character gradually shifts from green juiciness to soft powdery sweetness, keeping the scent full-bodied and memorable.
The perfumer who created Ipazia is not identified in the available information.
No other concentrations, a separate collection or an official website for the release have been listed either, so it is not yet possible to compare different versions.
Similar fragrances
Those who would like to continue exploring rich fruity-sweet compositions may want to consider Noran Perfumes Moon 1947 Platinum.
ByBozo Immoral and Lattafa Perfumes Confidential Private Gold are also suitable alternatives; they can be considered for comparing the overall direction and intensity of the scent.
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