Quintessentially Italian, and oh so fresh, the latest addition to the Acqua di Parma fragrance family, is Cipresso di Toscana. Editor Trudi Brewer shares why she likes it.
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Pictured above: Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Cipresso di Toscana, 75mls, 135. Aqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Cipresso di Toscana Candle, $105. Aqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Cipresso di Toscana Body Lotion Spray, $75.
In fragrance circles, this new Italian scent is known as a classic fougère, which in layman’s speak is crisp and green. The brands say this new fragrance "Celebrates the gorgeous landscapes of Tuscany, Cipresso di Toscana inspires a sensation of energy and rebirth." We say it’s gorgeous. Read on to find out why.
Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Cipresso di Toscana, 75ml, $135.
What's in it?
If you like your fragrance green, this summery-scent is reminiscent of freshly cut grass, and those carefree summer days ahead. Ingredients such as cypress, and pine needles, Clary sage, and a hint of lavender make it one feel-good cologne. It is designed to boost that feeling of wellness, but the first impressions make it the olfactive interpretation of summer. However, once it wears for a few hours, the star anise, Elemi oil (much like Frankincense oil), orange, and petitgrain, it's the type of fragrance you might smell eating al fresco in the countryside.
Why do we like it?
You could not get fresher than this new scent. The blend of herbs and woods and classic citrus is a brilliant combination of summer-inspired ingredients. It's exhilarating yet elegant, and after a few hours, it has a powdery edge, thanks to the lavender. Acqua di Parma scents are distinctive; they're luxurious and unique - the unforgettable woody undertone makes this a year-round staple, which now, I will never be without it.