Pleasures Bloom
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Candy Rose
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive floral-fruity, Pleasures Bloom really hits for some, offering a fresh, bright take on the original. For others, it's a screechy, headache-inducing disaster. Definitely one to try before you buy.
Don't let the name fool you - Candy Rose is Montale's divisive fruity-floral that's more fresh rose bouquet than syrupy sweet. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some adoring its bright, clean charm and others dismissing it as unremarkable, soapy, or even a public toilet air freshener.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 11% |
| Floral | 37% | 33% |
| Fruity | 15% | 21% |
| Green | 4% | 4% |
| Sweet | 31% | 32% |
| Warm | 3% | 2% |
| Woody | 5% | 4% |
| Earthy | 10% | 7% |
| Animalic | 10% | 13% |
| Fresh | 14% | 14% |
Mood
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean floral-fruity profile make it a good choice for casual wear and the office, where subtlety is often appreciated. However, some find it overwhelms them, suggesting it's not a universal office pleaser. It's too light for formal events but the fresh notes could work for light activity.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and somewhat light profile makes it suitable for casual wear and daily use. While some find its longevity good, the lack of heavy sweetness or strong sillage keeps it from being overpowering for office or formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Rose, Citrus accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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