Rabanne 1995 EDT

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Paco

by Rosendo Mateu

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Rabanne Paco is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1995, created by Rosendo Mateu. Paco opens with Lemon, Mandarin, Pine, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Jasmine, Lavender, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Tonka Bean. Rabanne's Paco carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

Paco is either a fantastic, fresh, underrated gem or an overpowering pine-sol mess, depending on who you ask. Most agree it's a nostalgic, affordable, and surprisingly masculine take on the 90s fresh scent profile, though its performance is often seen as its main drawback.
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
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Paco Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Citrus
100%
Aromatic
87%
Woody
84%
Green
60%
Fresh
54%
Lavender
50%

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Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean, and often subtle aquatic-citrus nature makes it perfect for casual wear, including the gym, as many reviews suggest. However, its often reported poor longevity and intimate projection means it would be lost in a formal setting, and it might be a bit too 'just showered' for a date.

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Opens with a sharp, zesty burst of lemon, mandarin, and distinctive pine, giving it an immediately fresh and slightly green edge. This invigorating top soon mellows, as soft lavender and delicate tea notes emerge, woven with a hint of jasmine. The dry down is a comforting, clean blend of warm sandalwood, musk, and a subtle sweetness from tonka bean, underpinned by a woody cedar base.

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