Aqua Media Cologne forte

I adore this Maison. I went into Saks to purchase Grand Soir (I adore this one). I was looking for a light summer scent. I found what I was looking for in Aqua Media. It opens with citrus and bergamot as found in teas, top notes (grassy), there’s a hint of fennel. Very aromatic. It then opens into musk-like note scent reminiscent of clean linen. The bottom notes are floral -hedione. It evokes tea and jasmine binding to floral rose petals. It is long lasting and strong, so don’t need to use much.

I am glad I got the small size for this. I was intrigued by the scent profile and bought it thinking it would be an amazing summer scent. The second I sprayed it on my skin it smelled like lemons and cilantro. Don’t get me wrong, I like the smell of both but just not on me. It wears fairly clean and does fade after a few minutes to something subtle. I wear it out to lunches and events during the day where I’m running around. I don’t think I’ll repurchase. It is a clean, fresh, and zesty smell but not for me. It could also wear differently on me but I have yet to test on someone else to see. Just be aware that it gives a summer drink smell. Not entirely bad, but not at all something I find myself gravitating towards.