7 of the best Acqua di Parma perfumes

Acqua di Parma Colonia eau de cologne, €74.95

Acqua di Parma’s Colonia is the brand’s signature scent, having bewitched both men and women since 1916. The unisex fragrance appeals to both sexes thanks to its appealing blend of Sicilian citrus, crisp lavender and warm notes of sandalwood. The hallmark of style and sophistication, this should be in every discerning perfume lover’s collection.

Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud eau de cologne, €198

Oud, a resin produced by the agar tree, is one of the most popular and expensive fragrance notes. Rich and powerful, Colonia Oud is a nod to the mysterious and oriental qualities of oud. The fragrance takes its wearer on a journey to the Middle East with warm notes of agarwood, sandalwood, cedarwood and patchouli, which results in a distinctly masculine, heady fragrance.

Acqua di Parma Peonia Nobile eau de parfum €105

The elegance and beauty of Italian aristocratic gardens are the inspiration behind Peonia Nobile. Dedicated to precious flowers, the fragrance is a symphony of iris, magnolia, jasmine and rose, all enriched by the alluring qualities of peony. Refreshing notes of raspberry and freesia keep the fragrance youthful, while woody accents of patchouli and musk leave a sophisticated scent on the skin.

Acqua di Parma Colonia Club eau de cologne, €85

Colonia Club is inspired by the exclusivity and tradition of private sports clubs. The men’s fragrance embodies this Italian aspect of the Italian lifestyle, and is dedicated to those who indulge in noble disciplines such as dressage. The fragrance is a combination of emotion and style with strong citrus notes of bergamot and lemon followed by mint and neroli oil. Woody accents of Haitian vetiver and musk create a multifaceted and elegant fragrance.

Acqua di Parma Colonia Quercia eau de cologne, €198

Known for its aristocratic history and its lush forests, the Italian Piedmont region – and its oak trees in particular – is the inspiration for Colonia Quercia. This is a powerful fragrance encapsulating the essence of majestic forests with notes of moss, bergamot, cardamom and cedarwood. Oak moss plays a central role in creating the fragrance’s distinctive woody aroma. Tonka bean and patchouli complete the highly unusual and inspiring scent.

Acqua di Parma Rosa Nobile eau de parfum, €105

Those who like rose fragrances are sure to have Rosa Nobile in their collection. The epitome of femininity, the fragrance is inspired by Italy’s noble gardens and the queen of flowers, the rose. True to its origins, Rosa Nobile is created from Italian centifolia roses.  With notes of mandarin, bergamot and pepper, with velvety accents of peony, violet and lily of the valley, this is a refined fragrance and a distinctive interpretation of a classic rose perfume.

Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri eau de toilette, €78.99

The Arancia di Capri fragrance is one of the most popular in the Blu Mediterraneo line. A homage to the island Capri, it is a bright and sunny fragrance inspired by the oranges of the area. Radiant notes of orange, mandarin and lemon instantly revive and relax the wearer, while subtle notes of cardamom and caramel add a soft touch to the scent.