Kashaya
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1993 | Year | 1989 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rumba
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Kashaya is the 90s fruity-floral you never knew you needed. It's a divisive one, some find it too sweet or dated, yet a passionate bunch call it a comforting, unique masterpiece. A true Sophia Grojsman creation, not for the faint of heart.
Rumba is a divisive beast, a true love-it-or-hate-it powerhouse from perfumery's wilder days. If you're after something subtle, look away now, because this one's got more personality than a room full of drag queens.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 5% |
| Floral | 33% | 27% |
| Fruity | 16% | 16% |
| Green | 5% | 9% |
| Sweet | 34% | 30% |
| Warm | 10% | 10% |
| Woody | 10% | 9% |
| Earthy | 3% | 10% |
| Animalic | 8% | 9% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While some find it strong, many note its comforting and wearable nature, making it suitable for casual and date settings. The prominent sweet and fruity accords, alongside strong projection for some, might be too much for a formal office environment, but its elegance lends itself to more intimate formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its enormous sillage and longevity, Rumba is definitely not an office-friendly scent unless you want to make an extremely bold statement. Its rich complexity and strong, sensual character make it perfect for evening dates and formal events where you want to be noticed.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, White Floral, Fruity accords and Peach, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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