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    Acqua vs. Soie Malaquais

    Acqua by Santa Maria Novella bottle

    Acqua

    Santa Maria Novella
    Eau de Parfum2024
    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Acqua peaks in summer, while Soie Malaquais belongs to winter. The side by side below shows where they overlap.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Acqua vs. Soie Malaquais
    AcquaSoie Malaquais
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20242022
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    Perfumer—Marie Salamagne
    Best seasonSummerWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Acqua

    Floral
    Musky
    Aquatic
    Fruity
    Powdery
    Ozonic
    Sweet

    Soie Malaquais

    Cacao
    Fruity
    Warm Spicy
    Rose
    Floral
    Nutty
    Balsamic
    Citrus

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Pear
    BlackcurrantBergamot
    Heart
    LotusFreesia
    RoseSilk
    Base
    Musk
    ChestnutCocoaVanilla

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Acqua vs. Soie Malaquais
    AcquaSoie Malaquais
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours4-6 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Pear and lotus in a fountain that doesn't try too hard. This is the fragrance for someone who wants to smell like a spring morning without announcing it.Acqua
    This is a sophisticated, feminine scent that leans into contrast. The blackcurrant opening is assertive, but the silk and rose heart keeps it graceful.Soie Malaquais