Description
Santa Maria Novella Acqua Eau de Parfum is a refined floral aquatic fragrance that captures the purity, lightness, and serenity of water in a modern olfactory interpretation. Created by the historic Florentine house founded in 1221, this elegant composition reflects centuries of artisanal perfumery tradition while embracing a contemporary sense of clarity and minimalism. Launched in 2024 by Santa Maria Novella, it is designed for both men and women who appreciate clean, luminous scents that feel effortless and naturally uplifting. Ideal for spring and summer, it is perfectly suited to daytime wear.
The fragrance opens with a soft and juicy note of pear. This opening is fresh, lightly sweet, and immediately refreshing, evoking the sensation of crisp fruit glistening with morning dew. The pear accord introduces a gentle brightness that feels natural and airy, setting a calm and inviting tone for the composition. It is neither overly sugary nor heavy, but instead offers a transparent fruitiness that enhances the fragrance's aquatic character.
At the heart of Acqua lies a delicate floral-aquatic pairing of lotus and freesia. The lotus note brings a serene, watery floral quality that feels meditative and clean, reminiscent of petals floating on still water. Freesia adds a soft, airy floral freshness with a slightly green undertone, enhancing the composition's lightness and elegance. Together, these heart notes create a graceful, fluid core that feels pure, balanced, and effortlessly refined.
As the fragrance settles, it reveals a smooth and comforting base of musk. The musk is clean, soft, and skin-like, providing a subtle warmth that gently anchors the airy floral and aquatic notes. It enhances the natural scent of the skin, leaving behind a delicate, understated trail that feels fresh and intimate. The dry-down is minimalist yet elegant, ensuring the fragrance remains light while still offering gentle longevity.
Santa Maria Novella Acqua Eau de Parfum is a beautifully restrained fragrance that embodies simplicity and sophistication. Its clean composition makes it ideal for everyday wear, particularly in warm weather when freshness and clarity are most appreciated.
Top Notes: Pear
Heart Notes: Lotus, Freesia
Base Notes: Musk
How to Apply:
Spray Santa Maria Novella Acqua Eau de Parfum onto clean, dry skin, focusing on pulse points such as the wrists, neck, and behind the ears. These warm areas help enhance projection and longevity. Avoid rubbing the fragrance after application to preserve its delicate floral-aquatic structure. For a lighter effect, mist into the air and walk through the scent. Reapply as desired throughout the day to maintain a fresh, clean, and luminous aquatic aura.
The fragrance opens with a soft and juicy note of pear. This opening is fresh, lightly sweet, and immediately refreshing, evoking the sensation of crisp fruit glistening with morning dew. The pear accord introduces a gentle brightness that feels natural and airy, setting a calm and inviting tone for the composition. It is neither overly sugary nor heavy, but instead offers a transparent fruitiness that enhances the fragrance's aquatic character.
At the heart of Acqua lies a delicate floral-aquatic pairing of lotus and freesia. The lotus note brings a serene, watery floral quality that feels meditative and clean, reminiscent of petals floating on still water. Freesia adds a soft, airy floral freshness with a slightly green undertone, enhancing the composition's lightness and elegance. Together, these heart notes create a graceful, fluid core that feels pure, balanced, and effortlessly refined.
As the fragrance settles, it reveals a smooth and comforting base of musk. The musk is clean, soft, and skin-like, providing a subtle warmth that gently anchors the airy floral and aquatic notes. It enhances the natural scent of the skin, leaving behind a delicate, understated trail that feels fresh and intimate. The dry-down is minimalist yet elegant, ensuring the fragrance remains light while still offering gentle longevity.
Santa Maria Novella Acqua Eau de Parfum is a beautifully restrained fragrance that embodies simplicity and sophistication. Its clean composition makes it ideal for everyday wear, particularly in warm weather when freshness and clarity are most appreciated.
Top Notes: Pear
Heart Notes: Lotus, Freesia
Base Notes: Musk
How to Apply:
Spray Santa Maria Novella Acqua Eau de Parfum onto clean, dry skin, focusing on pulse points such as the wrists, neck, and behind the ears. These warm areas help enhance projection and longevity. Avoid rubbing the fragrance after application to preserve its delicate floral-aquatic structure. For a lighter effect, mist into the air and walk through the scent. Reapply as desired throughout the day to maintain a fresh, clean, and luminous aquatic aura.