Opposite Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Herbal Aquatica
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper grower if you've got the patience, blending barbershop freshness with a compelling dark green depth. It's a journey, mind, with some finding the dry down takes a bit of a wobble, but for many it's a unique, affordable gem.
This one's a proper divisive Montale; some reckon it's a stellar blast of fresh, clean energy, a true summer banger. Others find it an absolute abomination, smelling of bitter rust or synthetic lollipops. If you like your fresh scents with a sweet twist and serious longevity, it's worth a sniff, but be warned, it's not for everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 7% |
| Floral | 8% | 8% |
| Fruity | 7% | 1% |
| Green | 26% | 25% |
| Sweet | 15% | 19% |
| Warm | 12% | 8% |
| Woody | 15% | 14% |
| Earthy | 10% | 7% |
| Animalic | 3% | 2% |
| Fresh | 26% | 31% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its blend of freshness and underlying depth makes it versatile, suitable for casual day-to-day wear and standing out on a date. While it has some projection, it's not overpowering, making it an acceptable office choice, though less ideal for formal events or vigorous activity due to its complexity.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic, and green accords make it a versatile pick for casual wear and high-energy sports. While it can work for a date due to its unique sweetness, its potent projection and longevity, typical of Montale, might be too much for formal or intimate office settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Aromatic, Woody accords and Mint, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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