Acqua Della Regina

Acqua Della Regina

Santa Maria Novella
Country: Italy

Also known as Acqua di S.M. Novella, Acqua della Regina (the Queen's Water) celebrates the perfume that Caterina de' Medici commissioned to Renato Bianco, raised by the Santa Maria Novella Dominican friars, to create as her bridal gift. With Italian citruses, petigrain, neroli, and lavender, it offers a fresh and citrusy bouquet. Enchanting, since 1533.

90.5 /100
(2 reviews)

Vibe Composition

Citrus
Herbal
Aromatic
Bitter
Fruity
Green
Sweet
Balsamic

Notes

Top Notes

Italian Citrus Fruits

Middle Notes

NeroliRosemaryClovesLavender

Base Notes

Musk

Community Votes

Gender:
Female
Value:
Smart Buy
Seasons:
☀️ Summer (100%)
Occasions:
☁️ Spa (25%)👕 Daily (25%)🌧️ Moody (25%)

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Reviews & Hot Takes (2)

R
RINAVisionary
90 /100
7 SPRAYS (8h)
Citrus (93%) Herbal (79%) Aromatic (60%) Fruity (38%)
🌴 Vacation
☀️ summer
unisex
Fair Value

This fragrance is truly timeless, refreshing, and comforting. The crispness of fresh citrus and the juicy, gentle aroma of fruit unfolds beautifully. It feels pure and transparent, like water, leaving a gentle impression. The citrusy, fruity scent gradually transitions to neroli, while accents of lavender, rosemary, and clove provide a sense of comfort while maintaining a refreshing feel. This fragrance, with its gently spreading freshness, is like a woman radiating sunshine. While the same brand's Sicilian fragrance was refreshing, liberating, and invigorating with its citrus notes, this fragrance has more aromatic elements and is more comforting and tranquil than simply refreshing. It's a quintessential citrus fragrance, and its refreshing scent that soothes the soul makes it easy to understand why it has been passed down for 1533 years. Despite being a 500-year-old recipe, its profound resonance with our modern selves reminds us of the importance of "harmony with the blessings of nature." The subtle accent of clove, in particular, goes beyond mere freshness, adding a "quiet depth" reminiscent of the warmth of the earth. In today's information-overloaded, choice-filled, and stressful society, wearing this fragrance can feel like a natural reset of oneself!

MJ
91 /100
10 SPRAYS (8h)
Citrus (81%) Herbal (77%) Aromatic (52%) Bitter (44%) Green (28%) Sweet (26%) Balsamic (24%) Spicy (19%) Woody (17%)
👕 Daily☁️ Spa🌧️ Moody
🌸 spring☀️ summer🍂 fall❄️ winter
female
Undervalued Gem

This is not just an ordinary cologne — it’s a piece of history, a living heritage. But above all, it’s a mood-lifter, a true emotional reset. It’s a high-quality citrus–herbal composition. The fruits are distinctly tart, slightly bitter, while the herbs are aromatic and carry subtle medicinal nuances. And somehow, this very combination brings an immediate sense of calm and relief — it soothes the nerves, relaxes the mind, and creates a feeling of inner balance. The projection and longevity are moderate, but reapplication becomes a pleasure in itself — a small ritual of self-care, a conscious pause, a moment to breathe and return to yourself. Something truly beautiful — worth knowing, owning, and wearing.