Paco Rabanne Perfumes

Would You Buy a Perfume That Looks Like a Gold Bar?

Many people have. -->  The bottle for Paco Rabanne 1 Million Eau de Toilette is designed to look like a gold bar. It's one of the most recognisable men's perfume bottles out there. The scent is also quite recognisable.

Blood mandarin, grapefruit and mint open up the fragrance. Cinnamon and rose follow. Amber, which smells similar to leather, patchouli and woods finish the perfume off. You get a warm spice from the cinnamon and some freshness from the citrus fruits.

Quite contrasting. Which makes 1 Million a little more interesting than you'd think from the gold bottle.

How Does the Trophy Smell?

Now compare 1 Million to Paco Rabanne Invictus Eau de Toilette. One is shaped like a gold bar and the other is shaped like a trophy.

The difference between these two fragrances is much more than just the bottles, though. Grapefruit and a marine note are found in Invictus, along with bay leaf and woods like guaiac wood.

Picture the freshness of citrus and the salty feeling of ocean air. Now imagine those fresh notes transitioning into some warm woods. Completely different from the cinnamon and leather scent of 1 Million. If you like fresh-smelling men's fragrances, then Invictus could be something to compare to the Million range.

What About the Robot?

We also have Phantom. The robot bottle is definitely eye-catching. However, the scent is not as quirky as you may think.

Lemon, lavender and vanilla are found in Phantom Eau de Toilette. Fresh citrus notes, aromatic floral lavender and warm vanilla. Lavender can be found in many men's fragrances. But it can smell very different depending on the other notes in the perfume.

Fresh with lemon. Softer with vanilla. Phantom Parfum also features lavender but with a darker vanilla and vetiver. So don't just be fooled by the robot-shaped bottle. Look at the fragrance notes to help you decide.

Diamond-Shaped Bottle

Lady Million Eau de Parfum has a bottle that looks like a diamond. You may think it will be a soft floral fragrance.

But raspberry, bitter orange and neroli are found with jasmine, gardenia and honey. Fruity notes from the raspberry and citrus. Flowers from the jasmine and gardenia. And then some sweetness from the honey. Not your typical feminine floral scent just because it has a nice bottle.

There's quite a lot going on in this fragrance. Something to keep in mind if you're buying Lady Million as a gift.

Inspired by Fashion

Paco Rabanne was famous for its fashion designs. The brand created dresses using chains. Fame Eau de Parfum takes its inspiration from the chain mail dresses.

Mango, jasmine and incense are found in this perfume. An interesting combination. Mango gives you a fruity scent. Jasmine is floral and incense has a warm scent to it. Incense can alter how a fruit smells. You may think of a simple, sweet mango scent without the incense.

But with incense, there's more to it. Another reason why you shouldn't just go by the bottle.

What About Olympéa?

There are some Paco Rabanne fragrances that don't have gold bars and robots attached to them. Jasmine and ginger flower are combined with a salted vanilla note in Olympéa Eau de Parfum.

Salted vanilla is what makes this fragrance unique. Vanilla is usually a warm, sweet scent. When you add salt, it takes on a different smell. If you like vanilla fragrances, then Olympéa could be a good option. It's also a good example that Paco Rabanne women's fragrances aren't all sweet and fruity like Lady Million and Fame.

Paco Rabanne or Rabanne?

You may notice that some of the newer bottles and websites say Rabanne instead of Paco Rabanne. The fashion house changed its name to Rabanne in 2023.

So if you see 1 Million, Invictus or Fame under the name Rabanne, it doesn't necessarily mean it's a fake. Just a name change.

You should always know what fragrance you're buying, though. There are many variations of 1 Million, Invictus, Phantom and Fame. They don't all smell the same. Make sure you order the correct fragrance when buying perfume online.

Don't Just Buy the Bottle

There's nothing wrong with having a cool bottle on your dresser. But you're going to be wearing the scent, not the bottle. If you like the smell of cinnamon, citrus and warm leather, then try 1 Million. Want something fresh? Try Invictus.

Lavender and vanilla? Phantom could be for you. There are many women's fragrances to choose from as well. Lady Million, Fame and Olympéa all have fruity, floral and warm notes.

Find a bottle you like, but make sure you love the scent too.

Buy Paco Rabanne Perfume Online

Shop for men's and women's Paco Rabanne perfumes at Scent Republic. We stock fragrances from the 1 Million, Invictus, Phantom, Lady Million, Fame and Olympéa ranges (subject to availability).

Check out our range of men's perfume and women's perfume to see what else we have to offer.

Paco Rabanne Perfume FAQs

Why Are Paco Rabanne Perfume Bottles Shaped Like Everyday Objects?

Paco Rabanne is known for its unique fashion designs. So it only made sense that its perfumes would have unique bottles. The gold bar, trophy and robot all represent the theme of each collection.

Does 1 Million Smell Like Gold?

No. The colour of the bottle doesn't always reflect the scent. 1 Million Eau de Toilette does have a leathery amber scent to it. But it also contains blood mandarin, grapefruit, mint, cinnamon, rose and woods.

Is Invictus Named After a Trophy?

Invictus represents winning. Hence why the bottle is shaped like a trophy. Invictus is Latin for unconquered or undefeated.

Why Is There Lavender and Vanilla in a Men's Fragrance?

Lavender can give a fragrance an aromatic scent. Vanilla can also be used to warm up a fragrance. Both are used in Phantom with citrus notes.

How Is Fame Related to Paco Rabanne's Fashion?

The bottle is inspired by the chain mail dresses that Rabanne created. Fame has notes of mango, jasmine and incense.

Why Are There So Many Versions of Paco Rabanne Fragrances?

Over the years, new fragrances have been added to the 1 Million and Invictus collections. Some are fresher and others are sweeter, woody or spicier.

Should I Worry If My Bottle Says Rabanne?

The company changed its name to Rabanne in 2023. So no, you shouldn't worry if your bottle says Rabanne. Just make sure you're buying from a reputable seller.

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