Colonia

★★★★☆Editorial rating 4.4/5 · How we rateEau de Cologne · 100 ml

Colonia by Acqua di Parma brings airy floral freshness for bright, lively moments. Sicilian lemon, bergamot and bitter orange in the opening; Bulgarian rose, lavender and rosemary at the heart; patchouli, vetiver and cedarwood in the base. With medium sillage and 5–7 h longevity, it shines best during the day and in summer. An easy companion that never feels intrusive.

Fragrance family
Floral
Longevity
5–7 h
Sillage
Medium
For
Unisex
Where to buy
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The fragrance pyramid

How Colonia unfolds on the skin

A perfume evolves on the skin, from the first spray to hours later. Here is what to expect from Colonia at each stage.

Top notes
0–15 min
Sicilian LemonBergamotBitter Orange
Heart notes
15 min – 2 h
Bulgarian RoseLavenderRosemary
Base notes
2 h onwards
PatchouliVetiverCedarwood

A good match if…

✦you like fresh and floral fragrances
✦notes such as Sicilian lemon and patchouli appeal to you
✦you want a fragrance to wear during the day, especially in summer
✦medium sillage and 5–7 h longevity matter to you
Our rating

How we rate Colonia

Our editorial rating summarises the fragrance profile, versatility, performance and how well-known a scent is. These are the facts it is based on:

  • Scent profileFresh and floral
  • Longevity5–7 h
  • SillageMedium
  • Versatilityduring the day, as an everyday scent, on special occasions
  • ConcentrationEau de Cologne · 100 ml

All facts come from the documented fragrance profile. How we turn them into a rating is explained in How we rate.

We do not have user reviews for Colonia yet. We never invent reviews and do not copy them from other sites.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Colonia

How long does Colonia last?

Colonia lasts about 5–7 h on the skin. Its sillage is medium; longevity can vary with skin type, how much you apply and the weather.

What are the notes of Colonia?

Colonia opens with Sicilian lemon, bergamot and bitter orange, followed by Bulgarian rose, lavender and rosemary at the heart, and settles on patchouli, vetiver and cedarwood in the base. The overall character is fresh and floral.

Which season suits Colonia?

Colonia shines best in summer. It is mainly worn during the day, in line with its scent profile.

Is Colonia a day or an evening fragrance?

Colonia is versatile for day and evening. This reflects its sillage, longevity and place in the floral fragrance family.

Where can I buy Colonia?

Colonia is available at amazon.co.uk. Prices change daily, so check the current price directly in the shop.

Which fragrances are similar to Colonia?

Reflection Man (Amouage) is similar in character. We select them by shared notes, scent direction and fragrance family.

Fresh and floral