Montale 2012 EDP

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Highness Rose

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Highness Rose is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Pierre Montale. Montale's Highness Rose carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Montale's Highness Rose is a divisive, full-throttle floral. It's either the ultimate, photorealistic rose you've been searching for, or it's a bit too much - like sticking your nose directly into a rose oil bottle. Either way, it demands attention.
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  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Classic
  • Elegant
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Highness Rose 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While its strong projection and longevity might be a bit much for the office, its opulent and classy character makes it an excellent choice for formal events and romantic dates. It's a bit too rich for casual wear or sport.

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

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

This is a rose bomb, pure and simple. It opens with an intense, rich blast of what feels like the finest rose absolute, deep and velvety. There's a subtle undercurrent of warm, almost chai-like spices that add a touch of complexity without ever overshadowing the star. As it settles, a soft, candied violet note emerges, lending a touch of sweetness and powdery elegance, rounding out this opulent floral into a true queen of roses.

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