Montana 1990 Parfum

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Parfum d'Elle

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Montana Parfum d'Elle is a Parfum launched in 1990. Parfum d'Elle opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Lime, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Rosewood, Tuberose, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, Oakmoss, and Vanilla. Montana's Parfum d'Elle carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This 90s chypre is a fascinating shape-shifter, starting with a bold, almost jarring fruitiness before settling into a complex, elegant drydown that's got everyone divided. Love it or hate it, it's definitely not boring.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
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Parfum d'Elle 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for a range of occasions, though its distinctive and evolving character might be a bit much for a conservative office environment. It shines best in situations where its complex drydown can be appreciated, like dates or evening events, rather than during active sports.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Parfum d'Elle opens with a bright, almost assertive burst of melon and sharp citrus, tempered by a fresh ginger zing. This lively introduction soon mellows into an intriguing floral heart of ylang-ylang and hyacinth, with a hint of tuberose adding depth. The real magic unfolds in the sophisticated base, where a rich blend of oakmoss, tobacco, and warm amber creates a surprisingly sensual and woody finish, clinging to the skin with a subtle sweetness from vanilla and tonka.

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