Montale 2009 EDP

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Roses Musk

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Roses Musk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Pierre Montale. Roses Musk settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk. Montale's Roses Musk carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Roses Musk from Montale. It's a proper 'love it or hate it' affair. One smell and you'll know where you stand - either it's a 'badass boss chick' vibe or a synthetic nightmare. Don't go blind buying this one, mind.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Modern
  • Luxurious
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Roses Musk Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Jasmine50%
Rose50%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong projection and longevity, Roses Musk isn't ideal for office wear, which aligns with community feedback on its intensity. It truly shines for date nights and casual outings, exuding a confident elegance that's well-received in social settings, as many reviews highlight its compliment-getting nature.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Imagine a vibrant, juicy rose, plucked fresh and nestled against a clean, yet potent musk. It's a straightforward but commanding blend where the floral brightens the underlying musky depth. Hints of creamy jasmine round out the sharp edges, creating an alluring, modern interpretation of a classic pairing.

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Where to buy

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