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Paco Rabanne 1 Million and Paco Rabanne Lady Million are often compared by people choosing between the two. 1 Million is an amber fragrance and Lady Million a floral one, and they share amber and patchouli. They are quite different fragrances, so the choice comes down to which style you prefer.

1 Million stands apart with grapefruit, mint and mandarin, while Lady Million brings raspberry, neroli and lemon. They are rated the same for longevity (long-lasting), and 1 Million projects more (enormous against strong). 1 Million is the cheaper one: about $90 against $120 for a standard bottle.

How we picked. We put the two fragrances side by side using the data in our catalog: notes, olfactory family, longevity, projection, the seasons and occasions each one suits and its typical price. A fragrance smells different on each person, so try both on skin if you can. Prices are typical US retail prices and may differ at checkout.

1 MillionPaco RabanneLady MillionPaco Rabanne
Typical price$90 · 3.4 oz$120 · 2.7 oz
ConcentrationEau de ToiletteEau de Parfum
Launched20082010
FamilyAmber, LeatherFloral, Amber
Top notesGrapefruit, Mint, MandarinRaspberry, Neroli, Lemon
Heart notesCinnamon, Rose, SpicesJasmine, Orange blossom, Gardenia
Base notesLeather, Amber, PatchouliHoney, Patchouli, Amber
LongevityLong-lastingLong-lasting
ProjectionEnormousStrong
Best seasonsFall, WinterSpring, Fall, Winter
OccasionsDate, EverydayDate, Formal event
StyleSeductive, UrbanSeductive, Urban
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  1. 1 Million by Paco Rabanne
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    Paco Rabanne

    1 Million

    $90 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Amber

    Sweet, spicy and unashamed. Cinnamon and ambery leather in a gold bar designed to be noticed.

    Choose 1 Million if you want a lower price and stronger projection.

    Key notes:
    Grapefruit, Mint, Cinnamon, Leather, Amber
    Style:
    Seductive, Urban
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Enormous
  2. Lady Million by Paco Rabanne
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    Paco Rabanne

    Lady Million

    $120 · 2.7 oz · EDP · Women · Floral

    Raspberry and orange blossom drenched in honey and patchouli. Sweet, bold and party-ready.

    Choose Lady Million if you want a quieter scent that stays close to the skin and something better suited to warm weather.

    Key notes:
    Raspberry, Neroli, Jasmine, Honey, Patchouli
    Style:
    Seductive, Urban
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong

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Which lasts longer, 1 Million or Lady Million?

They are rated the same for longevity (long-lasting), and 1 Million projects more (enormous against strong). Longevity also depends on your skin and on how much you apply.

Is 1 Million or Lady Million cheaper?

1 Million is the cheaper one: about $90 against $120 for a standard bottle. These are typical US retail prices for a standard bottle and change often, so check the current price before buying.

Do 1 Million and Lady Million smell similar?

They share amber and patchouli. They are quite different fragrances, so the choice comes down to which style you prefer.

Which is better for summer and which for winter?

For spring and summer, Lady Million is the better fit. For fall and winter they are about equally suited. 1 Million is at its best in fall and winter, and Lady Million in spring, fall and winter.

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