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Cleopatra

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Scent Profile

  • Citrus 1/5
  • Floral 3/5
  • Sweet 4/5
  • Spicy 3/5
  • Woody 2/5
  • Musk 3/5

Smells like:bright jasmine, mandarin, ginger+vanilla, salt+salty-warm ambergris, cashmeran, sandalwood

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About Cleopatra

Cleopatra, the perfume of modern Olympéa.

Jasmine in full, heady bloom greets you first, its richness lifted by the brightness of mandarin and the quiet, spiced warmth of ginger. Cleopatra opens with a confidence that feels both effortless and absolute.

The heart is where this fragrance becomes something truly singular. Vanilla and salt meet in an accord that is at once creamy and oceanic, warm yet strangely cool, settling onto the skin and becoming something entirely your own.

Ambergris rises at the base with a quiet, ancient sensuality, deepened by the velvety softness of cashmeran and the smooth, grounding warmth of sandalwood. A trail that lingers with the same unhurried certainty as the woman wearing it.

Cleopatra. For the woman who has never needed a room to go quiet to know she owns it.

Inside Olympea: Scent Notes

Inside Olympea: The Notes Behind This Iconic Perfume for Women

Top Notes: Jasmine, Mandarin, Ginger.

Middle Notes: Vanilla, Salt.

Base Notes: Ambergris, Cashmeran, Sandalwood.

Olympea vs. Cleopatra: Detailed Comparison

Paco Rabanne Olympea vs. Cleopatra: A Detailed Comparison

Cleopatra is a richly layered perfume for women that draws you in with the warm, spiced opening of jasmine and mandarin, edged with ginger. The oriental heart unfolds around vanilla, adding depth and an unmistakable sensuality. Salt carries the transition into a base of ambergris — dense, enveloping, and built to linger well beyond the first few hours. Inspired by Paco Rabanne's Olympea, Cleopatra delivers that same opulent character without the designer price tag.

Cleopatra — Ambery Fragrances

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A High-Quality Alternative to Paco Rabanne Olympea

Cleopatra is a precision-crafted alternative to Paco Rabanne's Olympea, designed to deliver a comparable olfactory experience at a price that reflects value rather than prestige markup. Where the original retails at $128, Cleopatra gives you the same oriental character, similar longevity — typically over eight hours on skin — and the same feminine presence, without the luxury markup. It's an honest fragrance built for everyday wear, not just special occasions.

Cleopatra — Ambery Floral Fragrances

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Fragrance Note Breakdown

Top Notes

Jasmine note — Jasmine Fragrances
Jasmine Fragrances
White flowers
Jasminum grandiflorum oleaceae
Jasmine can vary in character, presenting either an indolic and sensual aroma or a greener and fresher profile when synthesized in the lab.

Explore affordable perfumes with jasmine as a key note in our jasmine perfumes collection.

Mandarin note — Mandarin Orange Fragrances
Mandarin Orange Fragrances
Citrus smells
Citrus reticulata other names: mandarin, mandarine
This fragrance note, also known as hesperidic, adds a bright and refreshing quality to any scent.

Explore affordable perfumes with mandarin as a key note in our mandarin orange perfumes collection.

Ginger note — Ginger Fragrances
Ginger Fragrances
Spices
Zingiber officinale
This fragrance note has a unique profile that combines the spicy aroma of ginger with fresh citrus notes and piney nuances, creating a refreshing and invigorating scent.

Explore affordable perfumes with ginger as a key note in our ginger perfumes collection.


Middle Notes

Vanilla note — Vanilla Fragrances
Vanilla Fragrances
Spices
Derived from the beans of the Vanilla Orchid, it radiates a rich, creamy scent reminiscent of a gourmet dessert, filled with the intoxicating allure of vanilla custard or fresh-baked sugar cookies.

Find perfumes with vanilla heart notes — explore the vanilla perfumes collection.

Salt note — Salt Fragrances
Salt Fragrances
Natural and synthetic, popular and weird
Sodium chloride nacl
The salt note can bring a touch of realism to aquatic scents or add depth and complexity to gourmand and woody compositions.

Find perfumes with salt heart notes — explore the salt perfumes collection.


Base Notes

Ambergris note — Ambergris Fragrances
Ambergris Fragrances
Musk, amber, animalic smells
Once a product of the intestines of sperm whales, found floating in the ocean and bleached by the sun and sea, ambergris is now predominantly synthetically recreated in modern perfumery.

Browse perfumes anchored by ambergris in our ambergris perfumes collection.

Cashmeran note — Cashmeran Fragrances
Cashmeran Fragrances
Natural and synthetic, popular and weird
It unfurls with a distinctively musky and woodsy scent, reminiscent of a forest walk on a crisp autumn day.

Browse perfumes anchored by cashmeran in our cashmeran perfumes collection.

Sandalwood note — Sandalwood Fragrances
Sandalwood Fragrances
Woods and mosses
Santalum album
The best quality sandalwood used to be the Mysore variety from India, which is now greatly reduced and nearly extinct in perfumery due to the shortage of natural material and the protection of the endangered species.

Browse perfumes anchored by sandalwood in our sandalwood perfumes collection.

What Customers Say

Powerful, feminine, and iconic

Cleopatra is a stunning fragrance — aquatic and powdery with a warm vanilla depth that makes it completely compelling. The projection is bold and the longevity is exceptional. I've been obsessed with this since my very first spray.

Valentina M. Verified Purchase

Olympea captured at half the price

Paco Rabanne Olympea costs $128 and Cleopatra is genuinely its dupe — the same salted vanilla and aquatic accord, the same addictive signature. I've switched entirely and saved myself a significant amount on repurchases.

Corey B. Verified Purchase

Salty, sweet, and addictive

This has that salted vanilla quality that makes Olympea so distinctive. Very impressive for a dupe. Longevity is great.

Nisha Verified Purchase

Mirrors Olympea almost exactly

Wore both Cleopatra and Olympea on the same day and they performed identically. For anyone who loves Olympea but wants to save money on the $128 retail price, Cleopatra is the obvious choice.

Luke A. Verified Purchase

A modern goddess accord, beautifully wrought

Cleopatra opens with a shimmering salinity before yielding to a powdery vanilla heart of remarkable depth. It is a fragrance that carries its feminine power with absolute conviction.

Aurore D. Verified Purchase

Great everyday option

Easy to wear, very versatile, and the bottle lasts a long time thanks to good projection. One of my most-used fragrances.

Carl S. Verified Purchase

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Why Choose Cleopatra Over Olympea?
  • Shares the same core DNA as Olympea: the opening jasmine, the vanilla heart, and the ambergris dry-down are all present and accounted for.
  • Designed for women, making it a versatile choice for personal wear or gifting.
  • Part of the oriental floral family, with primary notes of Jasmine, Mandarin, Ginger.
  • Longer wear time than many in its class — typically lasting 8+ hours on skin, with projection that suits both daytime and evening wear.
  • Priced to make the oriental category accessible without sacrificing quality ingredients or formulation care.
  • Worth noting: as an alternative rather than the original, the projection and sillage may differ slightly from Olympea — particularly in the first hour of wear. The character is faithful — the experience is its own.

The base of ambergris and cashmeran gives Cleopatra a smooth, skin-close finish that develops over time. The deeper presence of sandalwood adds subtle complexity.

Why Is Paco Rabanne's Olympea So Expensive?

Paco Rabanne's Olympea carries a premium price for reasons that go beyond the juice itself. High-end fragrance houses invest heavily in brand positioning, campaign spend, and retail partnerships — costs that are folded directly into the price consumers pay. The bottle design, packaging, and distribution through luxury retailers add further overhead before a single spray is used. Raw materials also play a role: natural-sourced versions of notes like jasmine or ambergris can vary significantly in cost depending on sourcing and quality tier. Cleopatra uses high-quality aroma compounds selected to replicate the character of Olympea — without absorbing those downstream costs. The result is an oriental perfume that performs on skin with the same confidence, at a price that reflects the scent — not the status.

Paco Rabanne Olympea Dupe, Clone, Alternative and Replacement

Paco Rabanne Olympea Dupe, Clone, Alternative and Replacement

How does an oriental perfume for women translate the brightness of jasmine and the depth of vanilla into something wearable all day?

Cleopatra answers that question with a well-structured composition: the jasmine opening is clean and immediate, while the vanilla heart carries the identity of the scent through the middle hours. It's the ambergris base that gives it staying power — and the kind of presence that draws compliments without demanding attention. Jasmine in full, heady bloom greets you first, its richness lifted by the brightness of mandarin and the quiet, spiced warmth of ginger.

Cleopatra is best experienced on skin, where the warmth of the base notes can fully develop. Wear it on a cool evening and let the ambergris and vanilla do the work — slowly, richly, memorably.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleopatra a good dupe for Olympea?
Yes — Cleopatra is one of the closest alternatives available to Olympea. It shares the same oriental character, with matching top notes ofJasmine, Mandarin, and Ginger, and a base that develops in a similar direction on skin. It won't be molecule-for-molecule identical — no alternative fragrance is — but the character, longevity, and overall impression are very close.
How does Cleopatra compare to Olympea in terms of longevity and sillage?
Cleopatra typically lasts over eight hours on skin, which is comparable to — and in some cases longer than — Olympea. Sillage (how far the scent projects) is moderate: noticeable in close quarters without being overpowering. As with any fragrance, performance will vary based on skin type, body heat, and where you apply it — pulse points like the wrists and neck generally give the best results.
What are the top notes of Olympea?
The top notes of Olympea include Jasmine, Mandarin, and Ginger. These opening notes create the initial impression of the scent — typically the brightest and most volatile part of the composition, lasting the first 15–30 minutes on skin before giving way to the heart.
What are the middle and base notes of Olympea?
The heart notes — which define the character of the scent once it settles — include Vanilla and Salt. The base notes, which form the long-lasting dry-down, are Ambergris, Cashmeran, and Sandalwood. Together they create the full arc of the fragrance from first spray to end of day.
What occasions is Olympea best suited for?
Olympea is a scent built for evenings, colder months, and occasions where you want to leave an impression. Cleopatra is equally well-suited to those moments.
What does Jasmine smell like?
Jasmine is one of the more recognisable opening notes in the oriental family. In the context of Cleopatra, it reads as warm and slightly spiced, immediately signalling the richness of what follows.
Where can I find other fragrances similar to Olympea?
You can browse our full range of alternatives to Olympea on the Paco Rabanne collection page. We also carry a broader selection of oriental perfumes if you'd like to explore the wider fragrance family.
How long does Cleopatra last?
Cleopatra typically lasts over eight hours on skin. For best results, apply to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — on moisturised skin. Applying to dry skin or over clothing can reduce longevity slightly.
How should I store and apply Cleopatra?
Store Cleopatra in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and heat — a drawer or cupboard works better than a bathroom shelf. Apply to pulse points on clean, moisturised skin. Avoid rubbing the fragrance in after spraying, as this can break down the top notes prematurely.
Is Cleopatra suitable for sensitive skin?
Cleopatra is formulated with high-quality ingredients and is designed for skin application. If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance sensitivities, we recommend a patch test on a small area of skin before full use. Discontinue use if any irritation occurs.
What are your shipping and return policies?
We offer free standard shipping on all orders over $150. Orders are typically processed within one business day and delivered within 5–7 business days. If you're not fully satisfied, you can return or exchange any unopened, unused product in its original packaging within 20 days of delivery. See our full policy page for details.
Do you offer gift wrapping or personalised messages?
Yes — gift wrapping and personalised messages are available at checkout. It's a straightforward option to add a personal touch without extra hassle.
Are your fragrances cruelty-free?
Yes. Our fragrances are cruelty-free, and we use recyclable materials in our packaging wherever possible. We select supply chain partners based on their commitment to ethical labour practices and environmental responsibility.
Do you offer discounts for bulk or gift purchases?
We do offer pricing for larger orders. Contact our customer service team directly for information on bulk purchase options.

How to Layer Cleopatra with Adeline

Combining a oriental fragrance with a floral one is a classic layering technique — each family brings something the other lacks, and the result on skin is more complex than either worn alone. Cleopatra and Adeline are selected by our scent team as a pairing with strong complementary notes.

How to layer them: Start with Adeline as your base — apply it first to pulse points (wrists, neck, behind the ears) and allow 30–60 seconds for it to settle. Then layer Cleopatra on top. The vanilla base of Adeline anchors the composition, while the jasmine opening of Cleopatra lifts the blend and adds character on top.

Pair Cleopatra with Adeline.
The delicate jasmine opening of Cleopatra takes on new warmth when layered over the vanilla richness of Adeline. The result is a floriental blend — feminine and romantic but with the depth to carry through a full evening.
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