WS-TL-1989

Rumba

1989Men

sweet up front, then floral, settling into fruity.

Rumba by Ted Lapidus is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Rumba was launched in 1989. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Claude Ellena. Top notes are Plum, Peach, Mirabelle, Orange Blossom, Basil, Bergamot and Raspberry; middle notes are Honey, Marigold, Carnation, Tuberose, Heliotrope, Gardenia, Jasmine, Rose, Magnolia, Orchid and…

sweet floral fruity white floral

Nose: Jean-Claude Ellena

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Plum, Peach, Mirabelle, Orange Blossom, Basil, Bergamot, Raspberry
Heart· 2–4h
Honey, Marigold, Carnation, Tuberose, Heliotrope, Gardenia, Jasmine, Rose, Magnolia, Orchid, Lily-of-the-Valley
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Leather, Plum, Ambergris, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Styrax, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

85%

77%

71%

64%

60%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter37%Fall37%Spring16%Summer10%Night60%Day40%Wears female53%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Ted Lapidus picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Rumba smell like?

sweet up front, then floral, settling into fruity. Dominant accords: sweet, floral, fruity.

What notes are in Rumba?

Top: Plum, Peach, Mirabelle, Orange Blossom, Basil, Bergamot, Raspberry. Heart: Honey, Marigold, Carnation, Tuberose, Heliotrope, Gardenia, Jasmine, Rose, Magnolia, Orchid, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Oakmoss, Leather, Plum, Ambergris, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Styrax, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Cedar.

How long does Rumba last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Rumba loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Rumba best for?

Winter is the top pick (37%). Fall is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Rumba?

Night wear leads at 60%. Day is a secondary pick at 40%.

Is Rumba for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 53% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Rumba?

Composed by Jean-Claude Ellena. Released in 1989.