Ted Lapidus 1989 Edp

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Rumba

by Jean-Claude Ellena

Ted Lapidus Rumba is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1989, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. The fragrance opens with Peach, Basil, Mirabelle Plum, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Jasmine, and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Musk.

Our verdict on Rumba: Acquired

Rumba isn't for the faint-hearted. It’s a full-on, unapologetic 80s powerhouse that polarises opinion. Love it for its bold, complex character or hate it for being 'too much' - either way, it leaves an indelible mark.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Confident
  • Energetic
Rumba Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5%
Floral 28%
Fruity 18%
Green 9%
Sweet 29%
Warm 9%
Woody 9%
Earthy 10%
Animalic 12%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Sweet
100%
Floral
90%
Fruity
83%
White Floral
80%
Woody
73%

Notes

Top Notes

Plum 20% Peach 16% Mirabelle Plum 14% Orange Blossom 13% Basil 13% Bergamot 12% Raspberry 12%

Heart Notes

Honey 13% Marigold 12% Carnation 11% Tuberose 10% Heliotrope 9% Gardenia 8% Rose 8% Jasmine 8% Magnolia 7% Orchid 7% Lily Of The Valley 7%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 13% Leather 13% Ambergris 11% Sandalwood 10% Patchouli 9% Musk 9% Styrax 9% Tonka Bean 9% Vanilla 9% Cedar 8%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'powerhouse' projection and 'monster' sillage, Rumba is definitely not for the office. It's best suited for formal evening events or dates, where its vintage, complex, and 'sexy' nature can truly shine without overpowering. It's too much for casual wear or sport.

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About

Rumba unleashes a maximalist dance of ripe plums and peaches, drenched in honey, before a potent floral heart of tuberose, gardenia, and marigold takes centre stage. The intensity only deepens into a rich, earthy base of smoky leather and oakmoss, underscored by patchouli, ambergris, and a touch of vanilla, creating a deeply animalic and woody embrace.

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