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Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum bottle Gris Montaigne EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender M
2013 Year 2018
££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gris Montaigne EDP
This one's a proper masterpiece, oozing understated elegance and sophistication. A truly divisive scent, loved by many for its unique blend of woody florals and hated by a few who find it too harsh or reminiscent of unexpected things. It's a real shame it's discontinued, but if you can find it, you're in for a treat.
Acquired
Our Verdict - First Class Executive EDT
First Class Executive is a properly classy, woody-citrus scent for smart blokes. It's a reliable all-rounder for when you want to smell put-together without shouting about it. Some say it’s a bit unexceptional, others rave about its office appeal.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Gris Montaigne EDP
First Class Executive EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 59% vs 34%
Grapefruit 40% vs 25%
Only in First Class Executive
Orange 40%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 17% vs 29%
Orange Blossom 16% vs 30%
Only in First Class Executive
Pink Pepper 40%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 22% vs 15%
Oakmoss 21% vs 15%
Sandalwood 14% vs 19%
Amber 14% vs 13%
Musk 12% vs 12%
Only in Gris Montaigne
Cedar 14%
Only in First Class Executive
Vetiver 23%

Accords

Gris Montaigne First Class Executive
100%
Woody
100%
60%
Citrus
93%
73%
Earthy
69%
69%
Patchouli
46%
69%
Mossy
46%
68%
Rose
Aromatic
67%
56%
Warm Spicy
49%
49%
Powdery
50%
46%
Floral
46%
Amber
Sweet
44%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
60%
93%
Earthy shared
73%
69%
Patchouli shared
69%
46%
Mossy shared
69%
46%
68%
67%
Warm Spicy shared
56%
49%
Powdery shared
49%
50%
46%
46%
44%

Performance

Gris Montaigne First Class Executive
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Gris Montaigne

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its elegant and often subtle projection makes it suitable for office and formal wear, where it projects sophistication without being overbearing. Though some find it feminine, many note its unisex appeal, making it versatile for various dressier occasions. Its performance is generally good, ensuring it lasts without being a beast, hence its flexibility.

First Class Executive

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its solid, sophisticated woody-citrus profile and moderate performance, First Class Executive is often praised as an ideal office fragrance. While it can work for semi-formal dates and smart casual wear, its clean, unobtrusive nature makes it less suited for sports or overly boisterous occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, earthy, patchouli

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Gris Montaigne EDP
First Class Executive EDT
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