Montblanc Explorer
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Desire Extreme
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Montblanc Explorer is a reliable and versatile fragrance, perfect for day-to-day wear with its rich woody and refreshing citrus notes.
This one's a proper marmite fragrance - you'll either love how it swerves the crowd-pleasers with its bold, dark character, or you'll find it an overwhelming, synthetic mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if you're after something unique and masculine, it could be a winner.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 16% |
| Floral | 7% | 4% |
| Fruity | 4% | 4% |
| Green | 9% | 18% |
| Sweet | 7% | 9% |
| Warm | 14% | 15% |
| Woody | 21% | 23% |
| Earthy | 22% | 17% |
| Animalic | 12% | 13% |
| Fresh | 21% | 20% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Montblanc Explorer's woody and aromatic profile suits the cooler and transitional periods of spring and fall. The lighter citrus top notes make it passable for summer evenings.
Occasions
The fragrance's moderate projection and balanced woody-spicy accords make it versatile for office and casual outings, whereas its sophisticated edge suits dates.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and longevity mean it won't overpower an office, but the darker, more intense leather and spicy accords are better suited for evening and casual wear. The polarizing nature also suggests it's not universally office-safe.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Leather, Clary Sage notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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