Intense Iris
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 1919 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Tabac Blond
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a right tease. Montale promises 'Intense' but delivers a soft, clean iris that many find beautiful, but a fair few get absolutely nothing from. Prepare for a fight over whether it even exists, let alone if it lasts.
Divisive yet iconic, Tabac Blond is a challenging masterpiece that demands boldness. Whether it's a 'love at first sniff' or a 'gas station' horror depends purely on your skin and your nerve. This one's definitely not for the faint of heart, but absolutely legendary if you can pull it off.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 34% | 30% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 20% | 21% |
| Warm | 1% | 9% |
| Woody | 26% | 20% |
| Earthy | 12% | 19% |
| Animalic | 18% | 21% |
| Fresh | 6% | 3% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.
Occasions
Its clean, understated character and frequently noted weak sillage make it ideal for office wear and casual settings where you don't want to overwhelm. While elegant enough for formal events or dates, its poor projection might mean it gets lost in the crowd.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent character and commanding presence make it less suitable for typical office wear, while its complexity and richness align perfectly with formal events and intimate dates. The bold leather and tobacco facets are not ideal for casual or sporty settings, though many reviewers enjoy wearing it just for themselves.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Iris accords and Iris, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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