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Score
78/100

Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Aqua Celestia

2017

Lime, mimosa, and white musk — a summer skylight at MFK pricing.

Aqua Celestia
green
citrus
musky

The take

What works

  • Lime-mint-mimosa accord with airy MFK polish
  • Genuinely uplifting summer wearer that smells expensive
  • Smooth and abstract — closer to watercolor than literal aquatic

Trade-offs

  • Linear — what you smell at minute 5 is what you get at hour 4
  • MFK pricing for what could pass as upscale laundry musk

Notes

Top

LimeLimeMintMintBlack CurrantBlack CurrantNeroliNeroli

Mid

Green NotesGreen NotesMimosaMimosaRoseRose

Base

White MuskWhite Musk

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring91%
Summer100%
Fall16%
Winter7%
Day96%
Night12%

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

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

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Different scent, similar vibe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Aqua Celestia smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Alexandria Fragrances Deep Blue (79%), Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Cologne Forte (78%), Mancera Midnight Gold (67%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Aqua Celestia last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity at 57/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Aqua Celestia?

Strongest in summer and spring, daytime-leaning.

Is Aqua Celestia worth it?

At this price, fine — with caveats. Lime-mint-mimosa accord with airy MFK polish. Genuinely uplifting summer wearer that smells expensive.

Details

Perfumer
Francis Kurkdjian