Montale 2017 EDP

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Arabians

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Montale Arabians is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. Arabians opens with Lavender and Cardamom, and settles into a heart of Vetiver, Patchouli, Rose, and Thyme. Montale's Arabians carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, smooth oud-leather scent, though some find it a bit too typical for Montale. Performance is a mixed bag for many, with some experiencing strong longevity while others get only a fleeting whisper. Consensus says it leans masculine, despite its unisex billing, and it's definitely not for the uninitiated.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
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Arabians Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warmth, spiciness, and prominent oud-leather accord make it suitable for cooler weather and evening wear. While the sillage isn't always beastly, its sophisticated profile is too much for most office environments, but perfect for a date or a formal event.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Arabians opens with an aromatic burst of lavender and thyme mingled with warm, spicy cardamom. This quickly transitions into a richer heart where a smooth rose intertwines with earthy vetiver and patchouli. The drydown unveils a luxurious blend of animalic oud and supple leather, softened by ambergris and musk, creating a deep, resonant finish.

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