White Musk (Eau de Parfum) by Montale

White Musk Eau de Parfum

Kleopatra
11/17/2014 - 04:11 AM
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7Scent 10Longevity 7.5Sillage

Beautiful, but not outstanding

Kleos Musk Series Part 20

When I was still searching for the perfect musk fragrance and because the comments appealed to me, I ordered a sample of this scent from ALzD at that time.

This is a bright, powdery, clean, completely unsweetened musk scent that does not undergo much development. It remains largely as you spray it. I do not detect the indicated flowers, and I actually find that a pity in this case, as a little bit of pep would have done this fragrance good. I perceive it as neither warm nor cool. Unlike many other white musks, this one has no synthetic note, and the longevity is more than remarkable.

Conclusion: Personally, I find White Musk too one-dimensional, but sometimes you might want exactly that. I also think it would be great for layering. It reminds me quite a bit of Muschio Bianco by Tesori d’Oriente, which is available for considerably less money, although it cannot compete with the longevity and has a synthetic note at the beginning. I do not find this Montale fragrance bad at all, but it would not be a candidate for purchase for me.
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20 Comments
FittleworthFittleworth 8 years ago
Beautiful, informative comment!
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VeniceVenice 10 years ago
In my opinion, it doesn't resemble the Tesori musk at all.
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AuraAura 11 years ago
**Helpful rating!** It also includes that slightly royal boredom, which doesn't hide very well between the lines ;o) You should put together a musk blog...?
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SüchtigSüchtig 11 years ago
I found it a bit boring too. I bought it blind and quickly gifted it away. Such a waste of money.
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OrmeliOrmeli 11 years ago
I've been wanting to try Montale for a while now. But I probably won't start with this one yet :-) Thanks for the interesting comment :-)
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Sunshine00Sunshine00 11 years ago
...you're right, it starts off like Muschio, then it becomes -at least on me- softly floral.
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HexanaHexana 11 years ago
"Muskies" - I like the plural. The scent, not so much.
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PaloneraPalonera 11 years ago
Yes, sometimes you just want exactly that - but maybe not at this price, especially when there are other candidates that are just as good for less, even if you have to compromise on longevity.
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PlutoPluto 11 years ago
Rather bland, saves my wishlist.
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ZoraZora 11 years ago
There are definitely other Montale fragrances I would rather try. Thanks for the great description! If I'm looking for a good musk scent, I'll consult the musk expert first. :)
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KikisonneKikisonne 11 years ago
I have to defend this wonderful scent. It was my constant companion two years ago, and I received a lot of compliments for it. It has something very delicate, with an incredible sillage. My favorite summer musk fragrance.
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DobbsDobbs 11 years ago
I didn't even consider it because of that old Ylang-Ylang ;o)
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LocitaLocita 11 years ago
And so, a test is no longer necessary. Thanks for this ;)
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IngerInger 11 years ago
Sounds "actually quite nice" - but I don't need it. I'm glad though, because I've already fallen for so many of your musk fragrances!
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SonnenfeeSonnenfee 11 years ago
I find the Tesori much better; with this one, I get an old-fashioned musk note instead of a clean one. :))
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YataganYatagan 11 years ago
One of those countless Montales, one that I don't know, but I'm starting to get the impression that they are repeating themselves.
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ParfumAholicParfumAholic 11 years ago
I'll just go ahead and agree with your comment blindly... very good, keep it up!
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SüchtigSüchtig 11 years ago
I also bought that one at Alzd because I liked other perfumes from the brand. Unfortunately, I was disappointed too; I barely smelled anything, so I gave the whole bottle away. Since then, I've been a bit more cautious with blind buys.
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GaukeleyaGaukeleya 11 years ago
Thank you so much! I've been waiting for these words! ;-) *removing from my wishlist* (by the way, I'm more than satisfied with the Tesori as a pure musk scent without anything else)
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MeggiMeggi 11 years ago
The journey is the goal. Keep searching.
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