The original Acqua di Giò, launched in 1996, was crafted by Alberto Morillas and Annick Ménardo as an olfactory expression of natural sophistication. The line has since expanded to over fifteen flankers, each telling its own story while retaining the DNA of Mediterranean freshness and depth. Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Toilette continues that narrative, building on a structure that balances strength with restraint.

A Composition Defined by Water and Wood

The opening of Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Toilette introduces a vibrant, brisk accord led by grapefruit, lemon, and spices. The citrus notes unfold quickly, bringing brightness and clarity to the initial impression. Grapefruit imparts a sharp, slightly bitter nuance, while lemon provides a zesty, clean backdrop. Soft spices add warmth, creating an undercurrent of energy that propels the scent forward without disrupting its airy tone. At the heart, the aquatic accord emerges. Lavender, cypress, and calone blend in a composition that evokes the feeling of wind over open water. Lavender maintains its floral character but leans more herbal and green. Cypress adds a subtle resinous touch, echoing the natural elements of the Mediterranean landscape. Calone introduces a mineral saltiness, conjuring the sensation of fresh seawater cooling against warm skin. The base anchors the scent with a textured, earthy depth. Mineral notes, woody accords, and patchouli ground the fragrance, lending structure without heaviness. Mineral notes convey a dry, stony effect, while patchouli deepens the composition with its earthy, slightly smoky essence. The woody elements tie the base to the overall concept of the Mediterranean coast – solid, enduring, yet softened by salt and air.

Top notes: grapefruit, lemon, spicy notes Heart notes: lavender, cypress, calone Base notes: mineral notes, woody notes, patchouli

A Structure Shaped by Simplicity and Clarity

The design of Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Toilette reflects the scent’s core themes. The bottle features a blue gradient, a visual representation of the sea’s depth and fluidity. The color transitions from a transparent azure at the base to a deeper blue near the cap, capturing the transition from light to shadow, surface to depth. The flacon is crafted with clean lines, maintaining the minimalist aesthetic that defines the Acqua di Giò line. This understated design choice allows the focus to remain on the fragrance itself – an expression of clarity and calm, shaped by nature’s elemental forces.

A Scent for Movement and Transition

Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Toilette was developed with versatility in mind. The fougère structure lends itself to daily wear, making it suitable for moments of focus, reflection, or active pursuits. The top notes provide an initial burst of brightness, a quality that works well in open-air settings or warm climates. The heart softens the composition, settling into a fresh yet grounded character that aligns with moments of calm or concentration. The base offers continuity, a layer that stays close to the skin without overpowering the senses. Mineral notes and patchouli lend depth to the dry-down, allowing the scent to linger subtly throughout the day. This progression from crisp citrus to mineral woods gives the fragrance a dynamic yet contained profile – a scent that evolves without altering its identity.

A Modern Addition to the Acqua di Giò Legacy

Since its debut in 1996, the Acqua di Giò collection has explored the interplay between sea, air, and stone, creating a series of fragrances that evoke a sense of place and mood. Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Toilette continues this tradition, refining the aquatic concept with new elements that speak to modern sensibilities. This flanker does not seek to replicate the past. It finds new pathways within the existing structure, introducing mineral nuances that convey a sense of grounded clarity. The fougère structure remains, but the composition has been shaped to reflect a deeper, more introspective mood. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Toilette is available in 50ml and 100ml bottles, each capturing the essence of the sea in form and scent. The gradient blue design reinforces the visual and olfactory connection to the Mediterranean, a constant source of inspiration for the Acqua di Giò line.