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Which Should You Buy?
This is Montale's attempt at the quintessential gourmand vanilla and it's a divisive one. Fans love the rich, sweet, and comforting scent, with some calling it 'the' vanilla. Detractors, however, find it synthetic, plasticky, and cloying. Approach with caution, but if you want to smell like cookies, this might be your jam.
An absolute steal for the price point, this is a crowd-pleasing vanilla-dominant spicy cheapie that punches well above its weight. Don't expect groundbreaking originality, but you'll smell damn good, especially after some maturation time.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 3% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 5% |
| Sweet | 44% | 32% |
| Warm | 42% | 36% |
| Woody | 20% | 32% |
| Earthy | 8% | 6% |
| Animalic | 0% | 5% |
| Fresh | 0% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent sweetness and occasional beast-mode projection make it less suitable for office environments. It shines in casual settings or on dates where its warm, inviting character can be appreciated without overwhelming. Not a formal or sport scent due to its gourmand nature.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and vanilla-heavy profile makes it perfect for dates and casual wear, particularly in colder weather where its comforting nature shines. The moderate longevity and sillage for some wearers mean it's not overly intrusive for office settings, but the sweetness might be too much for some formal events or physical activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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