Fendi Fragrance review
Fendi Eaux D’Artifice Review: Mineral Aquatic Luxury
A luminous mineral-aquatic unisex EDP from Fendi and Jérôme di Marino.

In this review
Accords
Notes Pyramid
Scent Journey
The first spray is a rush of cool aquatic air and juniper’s green, almost gin-like bite. It feels crisp and transparent, with a faint metallic undertone already beginning to surface. The opening is not loud, but it is precise—like cold water splashed on stone.
As the fragrance settles, cypress emerges with its dry, woody-green character. The metallic notes become more pronounced, giving the heart a sleek, modern edge. The marine and salty accords keep the composition buoyant, while the aromatic facets prevent it from feeling flat. This is the most textured phase of the wear.
The base is a soft mineral veil over white musk. It becomes close to the skin, almost like the memory of cold water on warm stone. The metallic shimmer fades but does not disappear entirely, leaving a clean, slightly austere finish. The drydown is elegant but modest, and it will not announce itself across a room.
Performance Dashboard
4-6 hours; reported as modest by several reviewers.
Soft to moderate; close-wearing after the opening.
Moderate.
When to Wear
Pros & Cons
- Luminous mineral-aquatic freshness
- Unisex transparency
- Elegant cypress and metallic heart
- Close-wearing office-friendly profile
- Modest 4-6 hour longevity reported
- Soft projection after opening
- Premium $330 price for 100ml
- Limited clone alternatives
Price & Value
“Worth it for those who prize mineral-aquatic elegance over longevity; otherwise, sample first.”
Reformulation History
No significant batch variations reported at time of research.
Who It's For
Ideal For
- Lovers of mineral-aquatic freshness
- Office professionals seeking a clean, close-wearing scent
- Warm-weather everyday wearers
- Those who prefer unisex transparency over sweetness
Not Recommended For
- Collectors demanding all-day projection
- Those who dislike metallic or mineral facets
- Deep-winter fragrance seekers
- Anyone expecting a sweet or gourmand profile
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Layering Ideas
- Layer with a sheer white musk or cedar to extend the mineral drydown.
- Pair with a citrus-forward cologne in summer for extra sparkle.
- Avoid layering with sweet gourmands, which can obscure the metallic-mineral clarity.
by Fendi (Original)
L'Acquarossa
Palazzo
Asja (1994)
for Men Acqua
Uomo Acqua