Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza Eau de Cologne 50ml Spray is a refined, more concentrated reinterpretation of the iconic Colonia fragrance, launched in 2010. The composition layers sparkling Italian citrus with aromatic herbs and a refined oakmoss-vetiver base for a sophisticated, slightly more masculine take on Acqua di Parma's heritage Italian cologne signature.
About Acqua di Parma
Acqua di Parma is the historic Italian luxury house founded in 1916 with the launch of Colonia — an eau de cologne created in Parma that became a signature scent of mid-century Italian style. Now part of LVMH, the maison continues to craft fragrance in the same Mediterranean spirit. Colonia Essenza is a richer, more aromatic-woody interpretation of the brand's flagship cologne.
Fragrance profile
- Top: Lemon, orange, bergamot, mandarin, grapefruit, neroli, petitgrain
- Heart: Rosemary, lily-of-the-valley, rose accord, jasmine accord, cloves
- Base: Vetiver, patchouli, white musk, amber, oakmoss
Character
Colonia Essenza opens with a sparkling Italian citrus accord — lemon, orange, bergamot, mandarin and grapefruit — lifted by neroli and petitgrain for a refined Mediterranean freshness. The heart unfolds with aromatic rosemary, soft lily-of-the-valley, rose and jasmine accords plus warming cloves, before settling onto a sophisticated base of vetiver, patchouli, white musk and oakmoss. The oakmoss gives the fragrance extra weight, leaning slightly more masculine than the original Colonia.
Who it's for
This eau de cologne is for those who love refined citrus-aromatic fragrances with serious sophistication — particularly fans of Acqua di Parma's Colonia line who want a richer, slightly more masculine interpretation. Truly unisex with extra appeal for men, it shines year-round especially in spring through autumn, and pairs beautifully with refined dressing and Italian style.
How to use
- Spray onto pulse points — wrists, behind the ears, base of the throat — after moisturising
- Hold the bottle 15–20 cm from the skin and apply 2–3 short presses
- Let the fragrance dry naturally without rubbing the wrists together
- Mist a final spray onto a scarf or coat lapel for a longer trail
- Re-apply lightly through the day or before evenings out
Specifications
- Size: 50ml
- Concentration: Eau de Cologne
- Family: Citrus Aromatic / Citrus Chypre
- Gender: Unisex (leans masculine)
- Launched: 2010
- Brand: Acqua di Parma
- Range: Colonia — Essenza
