Aquilo by Maison Alhambra

The best thing I can highlight is that it cost me under 20 euros. Its longevity and, above all, sillage are practically non-existent, even if you spray it more than ten times. The resemblance to the fragrance it aims to clone is more of a concept than a 1-to-1 replica. Although the citrus and marine opening is captivating (for as long as it lasts), it’s accompanied by a smell I can’t quite identify but turns out to be unpleasant and synthetic, creating a contrast between the cleanliness of its fresh notes and a dirty tone that becomes annoying, like those air fresheners used to mask bad odors. I bought it as a last-minute opportunity in an order with Lattafa alongside two other perfumes that did meet expectations. Obviously, I wouldn’t buy it again nor recommend it.

A truly marine, herbal, slightly citrusy, and spiced aroma. You need to apply several drops and reapply throughout an eight-hour day, but it’s not bad at all; it has class. It’s different from what’s used these days, in a good way, ideal for a well-groomed Sunday, with clean clothes and a spotless car, to go have dinner with a lady at a nice restaurant. It gives that positive vibe, and best of all, it’s reasonably priced.

Don’t you get that it smells like Fahrenheit 90? To me, it gave off the vibe of a good old-school marine perfume with a classic touch. I recommend it, especially because it’s so cheap.

Bought it just for the price, but the scent isn’t entirely to my liking. It smells similar to Jafra’s JF9 Green, just with a more accentuated salty note; it smells a bit soapy. I ended up gifting it because of the projection. It’s not a bad fragrance, but it’s not something I’d wear daily. If you like herbal scents, it’s for you.

Amazing perfume, a very good dupe of Aqva by Bvlgari, my signature scent, so I can say it’s a knockout from start to finish.

Perfect for hot weather. I don’t know Bvlgari Aqva, but I like how it smells; I detect some smoky notes. The issue is the performance: it lasts very little. While it’s cheap elsewhere, here in Argentina it’s not—$45 (which is like 2-3 kilos of beef at the supermarket).

For the price, you get a good marine fragrance.

Just tried it on my skin and it has a marine-citrus vibe reminiscent of other perfumes, with that herbal petit grain note; lavender pairs well with mandarin and orange. Interestingly, it doesn’t smell strong—it’s noticeable but very balanced, giving an ethereal feel with fleeting bursts. The longevity and sillage are mild, but it’s perfect for the gym or places where you want to feel comfortable. The bottle is a mirror finish with a metal cap, great quality; the Fragrantica photo doesn’t do it justice (it’s hard to photograph). Since it’s affordable, you can’t go wrong spraying it liberally without fear of spending too much.