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Score
83/100

Acqua di Parma

Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri

1999

“Orange, mandarin, and bergamot — AdP's brightest summer citrus, light and brief.”

Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri
citrus
aromatic
fresh spicy

The take

What works

  • ●Natural Sicilian citrus — orange, mandarin, bergamot, lemon
  • ●Subtle understated summer unisex

Trade-offs

  • ●Performance is cologne-brief
  • ●Price hard to justify for a few hours

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Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
3–5 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in summer, during the day. Unisex.

When

  • Spring, 50%
  • Summer, 100%, best
  • Fall, 11%
  • Winter, 6%
  • Day, 85%, best
  • Night, 11%

Occasions

EverydayOfficeActive

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Nishane Wulong Cha (55%), Tom Ford Taormina Orange (57%), Nishane Nanshe (100%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri last?

3–5 hours on most skin (moderate longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri?

Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri is best in summer, during the day. It suits everyday wear, the office, and active days.

Is Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Arancia di Capri worth it?

At $85–$120, yes for this tier. Natural Sicilian citrus — orange, mandarin, bergamot, lemon. Subtle understated summer unisex.