Rihanna 2012 EDP

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Rebelle

by Caroline Sabas , Marypierre Julien

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Rihanna Rebelle is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Caroline Sabas and Marypierre Julien. Rebelle opens with Ginger, Plum, and Strawberry, settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, Heliotrope, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Patchouli, and Coffee. Rihanna's Rebelle carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Rebelle is one of those divisive beasts you either adore or absolutely loathe. When it works, it's a luscious, boozy gourmand. When it doesn't, it's a muddy, patchouli-laden mess. Definitely try before you buy this one.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Edgy
  • Sensual
Rebelle 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its strong projection and gourmand accords make it less suitable for the office, but its bold, sensual nature is perfect for date nights and evening events. For casual wear, a light hand is needed, especially in colder weather as many describe it as a 'winter' or 'Christmas' scent.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Imagine a rich, dark chocolate-covered strawberry, with a spicy kick of ginger cutting through the sweetness, all steeped in a boozy coffee liqueur. The orchid and heliotrope add a soft, powdery floral depth that prevents it from becoming overly edible, eventually mellowing to a warm, musky amber and earthy patchouli base that lingers seductively on the skin.

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