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Paco
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Paco is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1995, the nose behind this composition is Rosendo Mateu. The top notes include Amalfi lemon, pine, mandarin orange, and coriander; the heart reveals tea, lavender, jasmine, and cyclamen; while the base notes settle with musk, sandalwood, Virginia cedar, and tonka bean.
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Amalfi Lemon (Amalfi Lime)
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Very fresh, citrusy and summery!
Delicious fragrance; I highly recommend it. I use it quite a lot and the opposite sex loves it. It will be my next purchase if I can find it.
I owned it before but gifted it to a cousin as it was very feminine. I spotted it in a Madrid duty-free in 2013 and purchased it. I keep it stored for future use.
Very fresh and deceptive at first. I bought it to compete with CK One. Upon application, a fleeting lime note explodes into basic soap, a very clean sensation, like just out of the shower. It smells of subtle sweet lime but doesn’t last long. It can be layered with any citrus or herbal perfume with more character.
It begins with a soft blend of tea and tangerine, then becomes very clean. Ideal for the office in summer.
Paco Rabanne is fresh, citrusy and herbal. At first, it smells a bit artificial, but the herbal notes give a sense of cleanliness. I detected a hint of incense, perhaps just an illusion, but later the citrus fades and tea emerges. It resembles CK One and vaguely reminds me of Declaration by Cartier. Being light, it’s suitable for daytime or hot weather. It lasted about eight hours. Not bad, but there are better options.
I bought it on offer in the free shop in November 2016. I used it during the summer in Buenos Aires; although the opening is fresh and citrusy, in the heat the floral notes became noticeable and aggressive, resulting in being overwhelming. I tried it again with fresh (not cold) weather and liked it much more. The flowers feel less prominent and the woods more so, a more subtle and pleasant result. In my case, it lasts about eight hours with moderate projection.
I tried it a while ago because of the price. While it didn’t disappoint, it smells like a clone of Acqua di Gio and lacks originality.
I bought it on offer in the duty-free shop when I travelled in November 2016. I used it for a few days in the scorching summer of Buenos Aires, and although its opening is fresh and citrusy, it didn’t feel comfortable to me because with the heat, the floral notes with an attacked tone became oppressive. I tried it again a few days ago with fresh (not cold) weather and liked it much more. The flowers feel less and the woods a bit more, with a final result that is more subtle and pleasant. In my case, it lasts around eight hours, with moderate projection.
A proposal that adhered to the CK One boom by Calvin Klein, which set the trend with its fresh, cosmopolitan, versatile, and correct aroma, with an olfactory neutrality that detached it from every gender while simultaneously incorporating elements that project subliminal sensuality. Having established the topic of similarities, I find this Paco a bit more vigorous than its reference, despite having fewer declared notes; I even sense a spicy and floral vein that reminds me a bit of CK Be. It’s a very easy-to-use perfume that comfortably adapts to almost any scenario, especially in informal settings. I didn’t have it on my radar, but I tried it and was struck by its very acceptable performance, which gives muscle to an elemental aroma but with presence and neatness. On me, it has lasted about 5 to 7 hours, feeling at a short distance. I’m not one of those who worship the uniqueness of niche perfumes, nor one who despises simple and effective proposals. If a perfume smells good, I’m convinced and I buy it. This Paco is very fulfilling and pleasant, with decent quality. It fully delivers what is asked of it. Comparing it to clothing, it’s equivalent to a white t-shirt: a useful basic that doesn’t go wrong in the wardrobe. If you want a fragrance that you can pull out of a pinch, smells good, and can surprise, this Paco Rabanne won’t disappoint you. Naturally, there will be many who won’t like it; luckily, there are olfactory families for all tastes. Fragrance: 8/10 Longevity: 8/10 Projection: 6.5/10 Versatility: 10/10
A proposal that joined the CK One boom: fresh, cosmopolitan, versatile, correct, neutral, genderless, yet with subliminal sensuality. I find it more vigorous than its reference, despite having fewer declared notes; I sense a spicy and floral vein reminiscent of CK Be. It’s very easy to wear, adapting to almost any informal setting. It wasn’t on my radar, but I tried it and its acceptable performance caught my attention, giving muscle to an elemental aroma with presence and neatness. It lasted 5 to 7 hours on me, at a short distance. I don’t worship niche exclusivity nor despise simple and effective scents. If it smells good, it convinces me. This Paco is fulfilling and pleasant, with decent quality. It delivers what it promises. Like a white t-shirt: basic, useful, nothing to complain about. If you want something for a rush that smells good and surprises, it won’t disappoint. Many won’t like it, but there are olfactory families for everyone. Fragrance: 8/10 Longevity: 8/10 Projection: 6.5/10 Versatility: 10/10
Paco was Rabanne’s answer to the nineties unisex trends: denim, white t-shirts, post-grunge. In 1995, nothing was more desired than a bottle of Paco or CK One. To be in the know and feel interesting, urban and New York-style. Many boys and girls from my class owned both; the most stylish wore them in litres with their Swatch watches, Levi’s jeans and bomber jackets. I picked it up second-hand because my mother didn’t buy expensive colognes; there were S3 and Pravia Hay jugs for four hundred pesetas. I also tried imitations like Agua de Vida (which was horrible) and The Children of the World by Myrurgia. Paco is just like CK One, a clear clone to compete. The difference is that Paco has a citrus and metallic side, a salty tequila flavour, lemon, clean aluminium foil, bright steel taps, something CK One lacks. Sometimes it leans closer to Azzaro Chrome than Calvin Klein. While CK One is more soapy and musky, Paco goes down alkaline and metallic paths with detergent undertones. A marvel. I love the waters of the nineties: CK One, Paco, Chrome, even Sport Man; woody, clean citrus, a taste of cotton, crystal clear and musky. If I think of clean scent, freshly showered, ironed pyjamas, brunching on a terrace, this is the smell. The bottled clean aroma. To me, twenty-five years later, Paco still smells just as modern. Synthetic, detergent, aseptic, sanitised. A perfect cologne for seventies kids to feel modern. The bottle deserves a place in design books. PS: Ferré also tried with Gieffeffe, richer, more complex, floral woody musk, less to my taste. PS II: Paco lasts longer than CK One. If you like the American style but it doesn’t last, try this; it holds for three hours, though its clean taste might turn some off.
Paco is Rabanne’s immediate answer to those unisex trends based on jeans, white t-shirts, and post-grunge that captivated teenagers in the mid-90s. I was included; in 1995, there was nothing I wanted more than a bottle of Paco or a CK One. To be on the wave and feel like a New York teenager, some guys and girls in my class had both; the cool kids wore it by the litre with their Swatch watches, Levi’s jeans, and Chevignon bomber jackets, showing off. I only got one by chance, because my mother wasn’t willing to buy me an expensive cologne, with S3 and Pravia Heno bottles available for four hundred pesetas. Now that I think about it, I also had imitations like Agua de Vida (which was horrible) and another more pleasant one from Myrurgia called The Children of the World. Paco is practically the same as CK One, a clear clone to compete with the American, but the French one has a citrus and metallic side, a salty tequila and lemon flavour, a taste of clean aluminium foil, and freshly polished steel taps that CK One lacks. At some point, it’s closer to Azzaro Chrome than to Calvin Klein. While CK One is more soapy and musky, Paco goes down alkaline and metallic paths with hints of laundry detergent. A marvel. I love the waters of this 90s family: CK One, Paco, Chrome, even the popular Sport Man version, woody, with clean citrus, a cotton aftertaste, crystal clear, and musky. If I think of a clean smell, freshly showered, and being at home in freshly ironed pyjamas, waking up and going down to lunch on a terrace, this is exactly the smell I want. The bottled clean aroma. To me, twenty-five years later, Paco still smells as modern as when it was launched. Synthetic, detergent-like, aseptic, sanitised. A perfect cologne to give those born in the mid-70s a small trophy and feel modern. The bottle deserves to be in design books, I’m amazed. PS: Ferré also tried to join in with Gieffeffe, much richer and more complex, almost a woody floral musk, but less to my taste. PS II: Paco has better longevity than CK One; if someone likes the American but doesn’t use it because it lasts a breath, they should try this; it holds up perfectly for three hours, although they might be put off by its cleaning product aftertaste.
A very fresh fragrance, similar to CK One, therefore unisex. I was gifted it a few years ago and use it mainly during the day for family lunches. It has a medium longevity. If you like citrus perfumes, this won’t let you down, plus I’ve been checking prices and it’s not that expensive.
Fresh Rich gives you good vibes. I gave it another go in the heat, and it’s a line similar to Azzaro Chrome with CK One tonalities. It’s a good fragrance if you’re looking for that style. At first, the bottle didn’t convince me; I was used to heavy glass that gives elegance or appears more expensive, not like an aluminium can style deodorant. But on reflection, I realised that the concept of these Frenchmen wasn’t random or just to save money; it’s deeper. It’s easier to recycle an aluminium can than a glass bottle; aluminium is worth more per kilo, and they understand that they pollute in some way, as happened with Yves Saint Laurent’s Rive Gauche or Geparlys’ limited edition Yes I Am The King. All French brands pointing towards a change. I learned that you shouldn’t criticise a book by its cover.
Paco is a supposedly discontinued scent that, strangely, can be found almost everywhere. A few months ago, a perfumer explained to me that someone found a large stock of unsold bottles and redistributed them at a low price among retailers. That’s the story of this Paco; it will stop selling once the remnants of the past run out. Although it seems there’s enough for a while. It’s a perfume totally from the mid-90s: unisex, fresh, citrusy, and carefree, perfect for the grunge fashion of the time (jeans, t-shirts, checked shirts, long hair, and acne). It plays in the same league as CK One, but less citrusy, and like Azzaro Chrome, but less abstract. It sprays effervescent and sunny like a lemonade, with interesting green and floral nuances. Although it’s an unpretentious proposal, it works well, is very well made and balanced, and comes across as more formal than its Calvin Klein counterpart, less strident and better structured. It also lasts much longer, although the sillage is similar. It’s refreshing and excellent for high temperatures, but not out of place in winter thanks to its luminous side followed by a good herbal cushion. At a price of around 20 euros for 100ml, it’s more than advisable.
Green, clean, and fresh, but with poor sillage and longevity. It’s already discontinued, and with similar alternatives available on the market that offer better performance, I imagine few will miss it.
It’s a caress for the soul! A very rich fragrance to enjoy. The best way to wear it is after a shower and before going to sleep. Highly recommended.
My absolute favourite! I thought it was discontinued until I spotted it at the airport in 2021, after more than eighteen years without seeing it. It’s fresh, summery, and features a sharp Amalfi lemon, a real delight. It’s like pouring a glass of lemonade with green tea and lots of ice; as it dries down, you notice green florals and a woody base. Harmless, neat, and ideal for casual wear on extreme summer days. On my skin, it lasts about six hours with a projection of an hour and a half. It would have been Paco Rabanne’s answer to Calvin Klein in the 90s, but this version of Paco carries more masculine weight than CK One.
I bought a bottle fifteen years ago and still love it. The polished aluminium casing conveyed freshness, like a can submerged in ice-cold water. Although it’s unisex, it suited me perfectly. I wonder: is the current black metallic bottle the same fragrance, or has it become more masculine?
I have the feeling they’ve changed it and it no longer smells or lasts like before… I’ve been using it since it launched.
After more than 20 years without using it, I bought it again. It remains a clean, fresh scent, very much in the style of CK One. Perfect for daily wear, the office, or informal outings. Good longevity.
What memories this fragrance brings back. My girlfriend (now wife) gave it to me when I was 17 and loved it; I used several bottles. Then they discontinued it and, incredibly, after 10 years (already married), I found it in an airline catalogue for the Canary Islands. I bought two bottles without thinking. Its bottle already tells you what it’s about: fresh as can be, clean and cosy. Citrus-herbal with floral nuances. I love it. It’s nineties style, like CK One, but in my opinion much better than the Paco Rabanne one. P.S.: The commercial advert was brilliant, with faces shouting ¡PACO! ¡PACO! PACO! in the style of a Michael Jackson music video. ¡¡¡PACO!!!
A good vintage perfume from the 90s. In terms of citrus, herbal, aromatic, fresh, energising, economical, and versatile, there’s nothing better. In my opinion, more mature and of higher quality than CK One. Nowadays it’s rare to see, almost a perfumery fetish, a historical remnant of the 90s (naturally reformulated). You can find it in duty-free shops, obscure websites, or small select perfumeries. It’s totally unisex, but due to its herbs (pine, tea) and woods (sandalwood, cedar), it leans more towards men. Like with CK One, any girl can wear it and enjoy it. It’s citrusy, herbal, and has an old-school vibe. It will appeal to mature people and vintage fans. I can’t imagine 18-year-olds getting this from Paco. It lasts 4-5 hours on my skin, not much for what everyone would want, and after 15 minutes it stays in a personal bubble. Better to have a little and good than a lot and bad.
I first heard of it at 13 and loved it; they discontinued it, and 14 years later it returned. Normally I hate reformulations, but here they loaded a proper perfume. I brought it back from duty-free and it still smells lovely, though it was better before (as with everything, ha). It’s citrusy, doesn’t stand out too much, smells good but doesn’t raise eyebrows, and the bottle is now half black, half silver plastic. Longevity is low. If it’s cheap and easy to get, I’ll buy it, but going to trouble for it isn’t worth it like it was before. 6/10.
My uncle used to buy it at airports and gave me one; I’m fascinated by the story behind this Sport Man for people with more status. I wish there were any stock of those nineties versions left in duty-free shops… many of us would travel far just for that 😅😅😅
This Paco Rabanne proposal, which few knew about back then, was better for me than CK One. It wasn’t just fresh and citrusy; it was elegant, a benchmark for herbal and refined style for people of a certain standing. If you find it, don’t pass it up; it’s one of the best in its category.
A good perfume that I buy from time to time. As I read in other reviews, I also picked one up at an airport for the good price. The scent doesn’t last long, but it’s worth it.
Fresh, summery, and super citrusy. The longevity is short, around an hour and a half on skin, and it doesn’t project much. For the price, you can’t ask for more. It smells clean, is ideal for daily wear, and has a delightful scent.
Perfect balance: opens with citrus and coriander immediately, lasts about 30 minutes before evolving into tea, jasmine, and a woody musk finish.
Another version of CK1. Not bad…
I had this perfume, I think in 1999, and it was very rich (both for my friends and my girlfriends, totally unisex). I saw it at an airport in 2021 and bought it. Unfortunately, they changed the formula because, although it’s similar, it doesn’t have that excellence it had before at all. It remains pleasant but there is no comparison with the previous version.
Reviewing the Paco with the black bottle, which I suppose is the same. It’s the typical free shop perfume with a discount because: it’s from the 80s or 90s, it’s for every day, and it’s an EDT with moderate longevity and low projection. What makes it different is that the citrus opening is bitter. Of all the free shop offers, I consider it one of the most original, so I would buy it. Outside the free shop and without a discount, I don’t think it’s worth it.
Review of Paco de Paco Rabanne. Opening with well-marked citrus; Amalfi lemon is the star, mixing with pine and coriander for a fresh, sharp touch. Sillage and projection are moderate. Over time, the citrus fades slightly and tea, lavender, and sandalwood enter. A 90s fragrance that reminds me, for the better, of CK One, which I used a lot back then. I discovered and bought it as a rarity. I have the black bottle with the name ‘Paco’ in a silver plaque; I think it’s necessary to distinguish this from the all-black one. The projection lasts four or five hours and then is up close to the skin. Suitable for both formal and informal occasions, ideal in spring and summer. Not recommended for night. In summary, a sharp citrus with moderate sillage and projection, to be used anywhere and to bring back the 90s. Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Greetings.
Paco de Paco Rabanne. A citrus for every day that makes no fuss but doesn’t fail. You can pick it up in free shops at a good price. It’s from the 90s, starting with a bitter citrus before evolving into resins and cypress. The dry-down is good, but it fades quickly; low projection and moderate sillage. It smells clean, nothing more. If you find it cheap, it’s a good battle perfume. Note: 7/10
This fragrance arrived in my collection as a gift from my family, who usually bring me perfumes from duty-free shops when they travel. It’s an accessible fragrance with that unmistakable 90s air, recognisable to many for some time now. Being an EDT, I’m surprised at how well it performs. It’s the only citrus-aromatic fragrance I own, and every time I wear it, it envelops me in a vibrant freshness, full of energy and perfect for everyday life. Its opening combines sparkling mandarin with green pine notes, settling over a woody base of cedar, adding character and depth. When I wear it, it transports me on a walk through the misty forest of Volcán Irazú National Park, in the Prusia sector, where the air is pure and the centenary trees hide stories. It even makes me imagine myself alongside the famous ‘haunted tree’, surrounded by mist and nature in Costa Rica. A nostalgic, versatile fragrance with that casual touch that never fails. My final rating is 7.3/10.
My first designer perfume, given to me by my dad. It’s exquisite, and I do sense its vintage touches, but it feels timeless. It’s my favourite summer fragrance, and I believe it doesn’t receive the justice it deserves regarding how good and economical it is. Highly recommended.
I was gifted this perfume as a present; it’s a delicious scent suitable for all ages. Out on the town, it smells quite a bit like CK One, but in the dry-down it changes significantly in my opinion. I would use it exclusively for going to the gym or sleeping, as the major drawback of this fragrance is its longevity and sillage, which completely ruin the experience. No perfume has lasted me as little as this; after 30 minutes it smells only up close, and by two hours it’s gone. What a pity, because in terms of scent, it’s one of the ones I’ve liked most within my collection.
1995? Either I travelled back in time without realising, or the date is wrong. I bought several fragrances on a trip in 1994, and this one and CK One are in the same photo with all the others I bought alongside the first L’eau d’Issey, Benetton Tribu, and others I can’t remember now. Anyway, I remember buying both (the Paco and the CK One) because although they were similar, one seemed more suitable for day and the other for night (the Paco). Beautiful memories of summer nights; I never liked the grunge vibe, listened to some of the bands but didn’t buy the whole kit ;-). My 25s were more ‘fashionistas’, and now I remember wearing it one night playing music on a terrace with a sports bra and a super-light, open-knit sweater from Chevignon, which had just modernised at the time, paired with a pearl-grey shantung trousers! What a wonder how memories work! Anyway, a delightful fragrance that lamentably and inexplicably disappeared, and now I read they reformulated it to ruin it. What could possibly be the gain in that? Let’s reformulate, revert, spin-off… What a poor idea this ‘new’ era has!
Rich aroma but it doesn’t last at all. It’s unisex for daily use, for example, for working out.