Acquired

Balenciaga 1989 EDP

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Rumba

by Jean-Claude Ellena , Ron Winnegrad

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Balenciaga Rumba is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1989, created by Jean-Claude Ellena and Ron Winnegrad. Rumba opens with Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Peach, and Plum, settles into a heart of Marigold, Jasmine, Tuberose, and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Cedar. Balenciaga's Rumba carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

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.
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
Rumba Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

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.

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About

Explosive and opulent, Rumba opens with a riot of juicy plum and sun-ripened peach, underscored by a surprising bite of basil. The heart is a heady, honeyed bouquet of white florals - jasmine, tuberose, and gardenia lead the charge - before settling into a deep, animalic base of smoky leather, earthy patchouli, and rich amber. It's complex, sweet, and undeniably sexy.