A comunidade r/fragrance vê Acqua di Gio como um clássico, uma fragrância bem conceituada com características frescas e limpas que atraem tanto homens quanto mulheres. Enquanto o original é amado por sua versatilidade, as versões flanker (especialmente Absolu) são polarizantes, com alguns elogiando suas qualidades únicas enquanto outros as acham agressivas ou desnecessariamente diferentes do DNA original. O desempenho é consistentemente apontado como um ponto forte das reformulações.
Positivo
Fresh, clean, and versatile scent suitable for multiple occasions
Good performance with solid longevity (4+ hours reported)
Unisex appeal with compliment-getting power
Multiple flankers available (Absolu, Profumo) offering variety
Negativo
Original version has weak performance and projection compared to reformulations
Perguntas frequentes
What's the difference between Eclat Style and Acqua di Gio?+
Eclat Style is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Oriflame (2019) dominated by Leather accords. Acqua di Gio is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Giorgio Armani (1996) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 1 accord: White Floral.
By community rating, Eclat Style scores 4.03/5 vs Acqua di Gio at 4.12/5. Acqua di Gio's standout strength: Fresh, clean, and versatile scent suitable for multiple occasions. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Eclat Style and Acqua di Gio smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Acqua di Gio: A comunidade r/fragrance vê Acqua di Gio como um clássico, uma fragrância bem conceituada com características frescas e limpas que atraem tanto homens quanto mulheres.
Which lasts longer, Eclat Style or Acqua di Gio?+
Acqua di Gio: Good performance with solid longevity (4+ hours reported) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Eclat Style vs Acqua di Gio?+
Eclat Style scores highest for winter wear; Acqua di Gio scores highest for summer wear. Eclat Style leans evening, Acqua di Gio leans daytime.
Absolu flanker perceived as harsh or synthetic by some users
Profumo has a piney/incense character that doesn't appeal to all
Absolu discontinued, making it difficult to find at reasonable prices
