Side-by-side comparison of Classic Acqua by Banana Republic and Acqua di Gio by Giorgio Armani
Banana Republic
Giorgio Armani
| Attribute | Classic Acqua | Acqua di Gio |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Banana Republic | Giorgio Armani |
| Year | 2021 | 1996 |
| Rating | 3.96 | 4.12 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | masculine |
| Total Notes | 8 | 25 |
52 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.8
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The r/fragrance community views Acqua di Gio as a classic, well-regarded fragrance with fresh and clean characteristics that appeal to both men and women. While the original is beloved for its versatility, flanker versions (especially Absolu) are polarizing, with some praising their unique qualities while others find them harsh or unnecessarily different from the original DNA. Performance is consistently noted as a strength of the reformulations.