Rumba
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1989 | Year | 1989 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rumba
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Rumba isn't for the faint-hearted. It’s a full-on, unapologetic 80s powerhouse that polarises opinion. Love it for its bold, complex character or hate it for being 'too much' - either way, it leaves an indelible mark.
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 | 4% | 5% |
| Floral | 27% | 27% |
| Fruity | 17% | 16% |
| Green | 9% | 9% |
| Sweet | 29% | 30% |
| Warm | 8% | 10% |
| Woody | 8% | 9% |
| Earthy | 9% | 10% |
| Animalic | 11% | 9% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its 'powerhouse' projection and 'monster' sillage, Rumba is definitely not for the office. It's best suited for formal evening events or dates, where its vintage, complex, and 'sexy' nature can truly shine without overpowering. It's too much for casual wear or sport.
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 Lily Of The Valley, Peach notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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