Collection: Acqua di Genova
More about Acqua di Genova
The Cologne Acqua di Genova was created in 1853 by perfumer Stefano Frecceri for the Royal House of Savoy. Within a very short time, the fragrance enjoyed growing popularity and soon became an indispensable part of the morning routine of many blue-blooded individuals: numerous European aristocratic and royal houses of the time used the cologne with great passion.
Two people in particular contributed to its great fame and appreciation: Virginia Oldoini and King Vittorio Emanuele II. Virginia Oldoini, the Contessa di Castiglione, was considered one of the most beautiful women in Europe at the time and was known for her poise, charm and style, serving as a role model for both women and men. She fell in love with Acqua di Genova – and inspired many others to use it. King Vittorio Emanuele II was so enthusiastic about the cologne that on 28 March 1866, he awarded Stefano Frecceri the royal distinction by royal decree and appointed him official supplier to the royal household.
From this point on, the triumph of Acqua di Genova cologne was unstoppable: it made its way around the world and has won numerous awards and prizes to this day. And it still has a few brothers and sisters – the line has been expanded to include several other equally sophisticated fragrances.