by Guerlain
Aqua Allegoria Forte Nerolia Vetiver is a richly layered, warm-fig-forward scent with a sultry, sensual dry down. It begins with a vibrant burst of bergamot, fig leaf, and petitgrain—green, slightly bitter, and aromatic—creating a crisp opening that quickly evolves into a luscious, creamy fig accord. The mid-bloom brims with neroli and rose, subtly enhancing the fig's lactic, fruit-sap freshness, while vetiver and tonka bean lend a smooth, earthy warmth that deepens the profile. The dry down is soft, figgy, and subtly sweet, carrying a velvety depth that lingers pleasantly on skin and fabric, never becoming cloying. It performs well in warmer months, especially during day-long wear, where its moderate sillage and persistent longevity make it both noticeable and refined. Despite some reports of the petitgrain triggering sensitivity, the fragrance is widely seen as a sophisticated, luxurious evolution of the original, offering longer wear and a more compelling, cocooning presence than the standard edition.