Summer is approaching. And with it comes the concern of all perfume enthusiasts to find the right companion for the season from an almost overwhelming array of citrus fragrances. For this reason, I would like to champion Colonia by Acqua di Parma today.
There is fundamentally nothing wrong with the wide range of citrus scents mentioned at the outset; however, the qualitative differences can be quite significant. I am not only referring to the fragrances themselves but also to the ingredients used. Here, Colonia stands out pleasantly from the majority of its competitors: a manageable, excellently coordinated spectrum.
The top note of Colonia is grand, pure, natural, and delicate, like a walk through a lemon grove in midsummer. Everything shimmers and smells. In the heart note, the fragrance undergoes a transformation, with herbs making their entrance and complementing the freshness of the lemon. Colonia remains gentle but feels more robust. The clarity is paired with strength of character. And the base also receives a unique note, as the fragrance is rounded off by a pleasant, warm spiciness that is wonderfully interwoven with the other components.
Not without reason does Colonia enjoy the status of a classic and was the preferred scent of many Hollywood icons in the 30s and 40s. So, for anyone who wants to feel like Cary Grant or Audrey Hepburn for a summer, I can only suggest: join the spirit!
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