Rabanne 2018 EDP

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Olympéa Aqua Légère

by Loc Dong , Fanny Bal

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Rabanne Olympéa Aqua Légère is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Loc Dong and Fanny Bal. Olympéa Aqua Légère opens with Clementine and Lemon Blossom, settles into a heart of Water Lily and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Salt, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla, and Ambergris. Rabanne's Olympéa Aqua Légère carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This flanker is a true crowd-pleaser, delivering a brighter, more wearable take on the original's DNA. It's sunshine in a bottle for many, though some find it a bit too sweet or even generic. A shame it's been discontinued, as it hits that perfect sweet spot for warm weather.
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  • Energetic
  • Fresh
  • Sensual
  • Confident
  • Warm
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Olympéa Aqua Légère Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its bright, fresh, and slightly aquatic nature makes it highly versatile for casual and daytime wear, often mentioned for summer. The strong performance, however, might make it a touch too prominent for very conservative office settings, but it's perfect for dates and social gatherings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

It bursts open with zesty clementine and delicate lemon blossom, immediately evoking sunshine. The heart blooms into lush white florals, softened by a watery lily and a radiant solar note, giving it a luminous, ethereal quality. The drydown settles into a warm, inviting blend of salty vanilla and ambergris, grounded by creamy cashmere wood for a sensual, skin-like finish.

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