70ml

Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Aqua Universalis forte

Name: Aqua Universalis forte
Brand: Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Price: 265.00 $
Availability: InStock

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$265

Description

Aqua Universalis forte by Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a strikingly fresh and luminous fragrance that elevates the everyday with an aura of radiant clarity. Zesty Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian lemon open to an elegant heart of jasmine, lily of the valley, and orange blossom, evoking the sensation of crisp white linens and sunlit mornings. Musk and subtle woods form a long-lasting, clean base, delivering refined sophistication and understated luxury for any setting. The scent is celebrated for its versatility, offering a signature of pure freshness without being overpowering. Perfumer: Francis Kurkdjian

Scent Profile

Citrus

White Floral

Musky

Fresh

Powdery

Woody

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot

Lemon

Middle Notes

Jasmine

Lily-Of-The-Valley

Orange Blossom

Base Notes

Musk

Woody Notes

About Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian, founded in 2009 by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian and businessman Marc Chaya, is a luxury niche fragrance house renowned for its artistic creativity and high-quality scents that blend natural and synthetic notes for exceptional longevity and sillage. The brand's philosophy centers on redefining luxury perfumery through a modern wardrobe of fragrances, from luminous fresh compositions like Aqua Universalis to iconic gourmand masterpieces like Baccarat Rouge 540, which originated as a Baccarat crystal anniversary commission and became a global sensation. Acquired by LVMH in 2017, it maintains Kurkdjian's creative control while emphasizing bespoke artistry and sensory storytelling for discerning women and men.

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Perfumer

Francis Kurkdjian

Francis Kurkdjian is a French-Armenian master perfumer renowned for his innovative and elegant approach to fragrance creation. Trained at ISIPCA in Versailles, he gained fame for composing Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier at age 26 and later co-founded Maison Francis Kurkdjian in 2009, blending French artistry with contemporary luxury. He currently serves as Perfume Creation Director at Dior.

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Reviews

4.1

Very Good22 reviews

Luckyscent

4.0/5 • 13 reviews

Twisted Lily

4.3/5 • 9 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers consistently praise Aqua Universalis forte for its bright, clean character and impressive longevity, considering it a benchmark for the fresh-citrus genre. It is described as uplifting and elegant, appealing to those who value a scent that projects cleanliness and sophistication without being overpowering.

Pros

Performance excellence: Long-lasting with moderate to strong projection, often persisting throughout the entire day.

Versatile appeal: Works well across all seasons and in both professional and casual contexts, making it a reliable daily fragrance.

Quality composition: Reviewers frequently note the high-quality citruses and florals, with a seamless, well-blended structure.

Cons

Specific limitation: Some find the scent too subtle or intimate for those who prefer bold or dramatic fragrances.

Situational drawback: May not stand out in energetic social settings where stronger or more unusual scents are expected.

Comparisons

Similar to Aqua Universalis: Shares the core DNA but Forte is described as deeper, more persistent, and decidedly more floral and musky.

Reminds reviewers of clean luxury fragrances: Some mention parallels with Byredo Blanche or Mugler Cologne, but highlight Aqua Universalis forte’s superior longevity and complex white floral heart.