Candy Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should 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.
This is a juicy, sweet raspberry bomb that's an absolute steal for the price. It's a playful, budget-friendly option for anyone who loves a sugary, fruity fragrance, though it's too sweet for some.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 9% |
| Floral | 33% | 31% |
| Fruity | 21% | 15% |
| Green | 4% | 7% |
| Sweet | 32% | 35% |
| Warm | 2% | 2% |
| Woody | 4% | 4% |
| Earthy | 7% | 7% |
| Animalic | 13% | 12% |
| Fresh | 14% | 12% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its prominent sweetness and fruity character make it a great fit for casual outings and dates, as noted by community reviews. While long-lasting, the strong, sweet projection could be a bit much for a formal setting or a professional office environment.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, White Floral accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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