Bath & Body Works 2026 EDT

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Dreaming of Rio

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Bath & Body Works Dreaming of Rio is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2026. Dreaming of Rio opens with Banana, settles into a heart of Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Cedar. Bath & Body Works's Dreaming of Rio carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a surprisingly fresh take on banana. Forget sugary sweet childhood candies; Dreaming of Rio delivers a leafy green banana with a hint of gardenia, making it a summery crowd-pleaser that's anything but artificial.
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Dreaming of Rio Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Banana100%
Heartas listed
Gardenia100%
Baseas listed
Cedar100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, fruity nature makes it ideal for casual wear and even sports, as it feels light and invigorating. While it's a bit too playful for formal events, it could work for a relaxed date or a more laid-back office setting, given its non-cloying profile.

About

Dreaming of Rio opens with a blast of green banana, crisp and slightly underripe, rather than the syrupy sweetness you might expect. This leafy fruitiness is swiftly joined by a creamy, solar gardenia, lending a touch of white floral elegance. A subtle woody cedar undertone grounds the composition, preventing it from floating away entirely into a tropical fruit basket. It's lush, vibrant, and perfectly captures a sun-drenched, exotic vibe without being overly heavy or cloying.

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