Acqua di Giò Profumo by Giorgio Armani
Brand: Giorgio Armani
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A deep aquatic incense with patchouli and geranium. The next level.
Is Acqua di Giò Profumo worth it?
How it smells: Opens with sea notes and bergamot, rosemary and sage at the heart, then dries down to incense and patchouli.
Scent Score: 70/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 77, reputation 51, versatility 75, layerability 65 and value 77, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Aromatic · Aromatic Aquatic
EDP · Introduced 2015 · Men
Key accords: Sea Notes, Bergamot, Rosemary, Sage, Geranium, Incense
Top Notes
- Sea Notes
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Rosemary
- Sage
- Geranium
Base Notes
- Incense
- Patchouli
Occasions: Casual, Daytime
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Acqua di Giò Profumo by Giorgio Armani belongs to the aromatic fragrance family. A deep aquatic incense with patchouli and geranium. The next level. Acqua di Giò Profumo opens with Sea Notes and Bergamot. The heart brings Rosemary, Sage, and Geranium. It dries down to Incense and Patchouli.
How to wear Acqua di Giò Profumo
On skin, Acqua di Giò Profumo by Giorgio Armani has longevity of 7.7/10 community longevity rating, strong projection, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for casual and daytime. Its best layering match in the catalog is Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford. Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Acqua di Giò Profumo opens with Sea Notes and Bergamot.
The heart brings Rosemary, Sage, and Geranium.
It dries down to Incense and Patchouli.
What to layer with Acqua di Giò Profumo

Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and rosemary.
Order: Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino

Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, incense, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nuit d'Issey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey

Papyrus Moléculaire by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and patchouli.
Order: Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Papyrus Moléculaire on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 2 sprays Papyrus Moléculaire

Moss by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share geranium and patchouli.
Order: Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Moss on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 2 sprays Moss

Sedley by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rosemary, and geranium.
Order: Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sedley on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 2 sprays Sedley
Pairings to approach with care

Symphonium by Xerjoff
Not Recommended · 30/99
Symphonium has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Symphonium brings an oriental contrast to this aromatic scent.
Order: Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Symphonium on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 1 spray Symphonium

Nisean by Parfums de Marly
Not Recommended · 30/99
Nisean has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Nisean brings an oriental contrast to this aromatic scent.
Order: Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nisean on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 1 spray Nisean
Related fragrances and why
- Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford — Both include bergamot and rosemary.
- Nuit d'Issey by Issey MiyakeBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, incense, and patchouli.
- Papyrus Moléculaire by Maison Crivelli — Both include incense and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Acqua di Giò Profumo?
Acqua di Giò Profumo opens with Sea Notes and Bergamot. The heart brings Rosemary, Sage, and Geranium. It dries down to Incense and Patchouli.
How long does Acqua di Giò Profumo last, and how strong is it?
Acqua di Giò Profumo by Giorgio Armani has longevity of 7.7/10 community longevity rating, strong projection, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Acqua di Giò Profumo?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits casual and daytime.
What layers well with Acqua di Giò Profumo?
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Aromatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and rosemary. Apply Acqua di Giò Profumo first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Acqua di Giò Profumo : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino.
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