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Paco Rabanne CALANDRE Eau De Toilette 100ml (3.4 Fl.Oz) EDT perfume

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If those dresses were ‘unwearable’, though, his fragrances are anything but: Paco Rabanne‘s signature has always been to take the unconventional and create a classic. ‘I like my fragrances to be fresh first, then structured, full of vibrations and contrasts,’ says Paco Rabanne. Echoing that philosophy, the recent scents from this avant-garde designer name are incredibly widely worn. When it comes to perfume for women, Paco Rabanne rarely disappoints. Lady Million Eau de Parfum is the original of the Million line. Lady Million is perfect for women who love a classic but modern fragrance. CALANDRE by Paco Rabanne is a women's “Eau de Parfum” that is included in the Floral family, launched in 1969 by the perfumer Michel Hy.

Launched more recently, Paco Rabanne Olympéa and Invictus tap into Greek Mythology for their striking imagery (left), with equally eye-catching flacons. As Escentual‘s blog notes: ‘Olympéa is a fragrance not of this world, blending unexpected and powerful notes in a masterful way to convey the idea of a modern-day Aphrodite. Jasmine becomes aquatic, having never touched soil. The comforting creaminess of vanilla is salted to make mouths water. I thought I had an idea of what Olympéa might smell like before I sampled it for the first time, but I was completely side-swiped by its hypnotic notes. Put this one on your to-try list…’

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THE BEGINNING OF A SAGA OF SUCCESS . With this launch Paco Rabanne burst into the perfume sector. A creation that opened the doors for him, creating a great empire, which today is one of the most recognized and acclaimed in perfumery. It has a remarkable gentleness and its own aroma that sets it apart. This makes Lady Million a fantastic option for your daily driver. In addition, it's versatile and designed for the practical woman, so you can easily wear this to work or dinner. Other eccentricities were endearing. Rabanne’s life was austere: he dressed with priestly simplicity, owned few possessions, and at one time supported Benedictine-run hospices for Aids sufferers from the proceeds of his work. He was made an officer of the Légion d’Honneur in 2010. However, Olympéa is also known for its duality. After the initial touch of vanilla, you'll find floral and aquatic notes shining through. One may think these contrasting scents would clash, but Olympéa manages to bring them together gracefully.

YOUR STYLE ... A great combination of floral notes such as lily, jasmine, rose, geranium and hyacinth star in the wake of this perfume. Along with them, we also highlight citrus aromas and warmer sparkles such as amber and musk, thus giving rise to a perfectly balanced fragrance. He initially studied architecture at the Ecole Nationale des Beaux-Arts in Paris and began his fashion career in the early 1960s with a collection of large plastic buttons and accessories he sold to the couture houses. '12 unwearable dresses' Its immediate top notes consist of wild strawberries and red currant. The marshmallow and liquorice scent softens it up a bit and pairs well with the middle notes of jasmine and star anise. Finally, you meet the heart base notes of cedar and vanilla, which complete the fragrance.With this perfume, the Spanish designer made himself known in the world of selective perfumery. An elegant and sophisticated composition, just like its haute couture designs. A classic and formal scent, perfect for any time of day, paying a clear tribute to Rabanne's passion for the female gender.

With its versatility, Lady Million Eau de Parfum is a great scent for everyday use. Shine like the diamond you are every day and leave people wondering who you are. Olympéa Eau de Parfum Spray I’ve heard Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche is a sister fragrance to Calandre, but it’s been too long since I’ve smelled it for me to comment. I can say, though, that if you want something in the same vein but sweeter and rosier, try Chloé L'Eau de Chloé. For a grassier take with a hint of lemon, Chanel Cristalle Eau de Toilette works. For something more ladylike, try Estée Lauder White Linen.A bit of history: Paco Rabanne was born Francisco Rabaneda y Cuervo in 1934, in Pasaïa, in the Basque country of Spain. His mother, a head seamstress at the Spanish couture house of Balenciaga, fled the Spanish Civil War for France, in 1939. ‘Spanish at heart and French by adoption,’ his biography says, ‘Francisco Rabaneda would now be known as Paco Rabanne‘. After studying architecture at the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris (which nurtured a deep love of the art world), Rabanne began designing costume jewellery for the greatest couture houses of the day: Nina Ricci, Pierre Cardin, Balenciaga, Courrèges, Givenchy and more…

The fruity and aquatic fusion also makes Olympéa Legend a wonderful scent for summertime. Many users imagine enjoying a piña colada while idling by the beach. These flowery notes melt into the fruity top notes before introducing the base. As a result, the base feels much darker and blissfully intoxicating. There is a perfect blend of cognac, patchouli, and honey that reside here to give Lady Million Empire depth. Olympéa gives you the power to step into a room and make heads turn like the goddesses themselves blessed you. If vanilla has always been your go-to scent, you're going to love Olympéa Eau de Parfum. Olympéa places emphasis on salty vanilla and harmonizes with a dash of cashmere wood and ambergris. Oakmoss, Musk, Vetiver, Amber, and Sandalwood create your base notes. Yet they work so well throughout how the fragrance settles that you could mistake them for mid-notes. What's impressive is that none of these notes clash but instead find a beautiful harmony.Perfumer Michel Hy developed Calandre, and it launched in 1969. Its notes include aldehydes, bergamot, green notes, geranium, orris root, jasmine, lily of the valley, rose, amber, oakmoss, musk, sandalwood and vetiver. (Michel Hy was a genius of the green chypre — he also worked on Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent Y and Balmain Ivoire.) In French, the word “calandre” means “grille,” as in the grille on a car or a radiator. It also means “mangle,” a machine that irons linens when you feed them through its long rollers. With Calandre’s feel of freshness and molar-tingling metal, the name fits. Tributes have poured in from fans of the late designer, with one writing: ‘RIP Paco Rabanne, who I believe to be one of the most contemporary designers from his time til today.’ If luxury were a scent, it would definitely be Paco Rabanne Lady Million Empire. This fragrance is all about female empowerment, serving modern glamour and success. This perfume will give you a confidence boost and give you the power to conquer your day.

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