Is Paloma Picasso still being made, or is it discontinued?+−
It is still in production and available new, though availability can vary by region and retailer. Because it has been around since 1984, vintage bottles also circulate regularly on the secondary market, and some enthusiasts specifically seek out older formulations for their stronger oakmoss and animalic character.
How does the current formulation compare to vintage?+−
IFRA restrictions on ingredients like oakmoss, civet, and castoreum have affected the formulation over the decades, as they have with virtually every classic chypre. The current version is still considered notably stronger and more cohesive than many similarly reformulated contemporaries, but hardcore vintage enthusiasts will tell you that older bottles carry a fuller, rawer animalic quality that the current version softens somewhat.
Is this fragrance suitable for everyday wear or is it too intense?+−
It leans strongly toward evening and special occasions — the combination of spice, animalic base notes, and powerful sillage makes it a bold choice for a casual Tuesday at the office. That said, some wearers do use it daily with a light hand. The community consensus places it firmly in evening and night-out territory, particularly in fall and winter.
