Montale 2017 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Sweet Peony

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Montale Sweet Peony is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. Sweet Peony opens with Peony, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Peach, and Coconut, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Clove, Vanilla, and Coffee. Montale's Sweet Peony carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a proper divisive darling - some folks adore its sweet, powdery florals, hailing it as a 'powerhouse' of femininity. Others are left scratching their heads, wondering where the promised peony went, calling it a 'synthetic disappointment'. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Feminine
  • Sweet
  • Powdery
  • Sensual
  • Warm
$86.09 at FragranceNet 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check price on → Check prices ↓
Sweet Peony 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:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its prominent sweetness and strong sillage, often described as a 'powerhouse', make it a bit much for a formal office setting. However, its 'sensual' and 'feminine' character, along with its excellent longevity, makes it ideal for dates and casual outings where leaving an impression is welcome.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, AQUA / WATER, BENZYL SALICYLATE, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, LIMONENE, HEXYL CINNAMAL, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, GERANIOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, COUMARIN, EUGENOL, CITRAL, ISOEUGENOL, CINNAMAL

Another shop's list names different allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Sweet Peony opens with a rush of mixed florals, where rose frequently takes centre stage, often overshadowing the peony. It quickly settles into a creamy, powdery heart with hints of juicy peach and tropical coconut, evoking a sense of sweet, almost jammy nostalgia. The dry-down introduces a warm vanilla sweetness, occasionally laced with a subtle coffee and clove spice, preventing it from becoming overly cloying.

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Where to buy

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