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MAC Velvet Teddy vs Montale Arabians Musk
Velvet Teddy is the community's favourite of the two.
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Notes
Top
Tobacco BlossomGingerBergamot
Heart
HoneyVanilla OrchidMimosa
Base
Tonka BeanMuskPapyrus
Accords
Honey
100%
Sweet
91%
White floral
76%
Floral
65%
Vanilla
58%
Powdery
53%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Velvet Teddy by MAC is a Oriental fragrance for women. Velvet Teddy was launched in 2016. Top notes are Tobacco Blossom, Ginger and Bergamot; middle notes are Honey, Vanilla Orchid and Mimosa; base notes are Tonka Bean, Musk and Papyrus. MAC Cosmetics is launching its new collection of fragrances at the end of November 2016. The new MAC Shadescents collection is inspired by and named after the legendary shades of MAC lipsticks. Six fragrances, named Creme De Nude, Velvet Teddy, Ruby Woo, Lady Danger, My Heroine and Candy Yum-Yum, are aiming to project the style and vibe of the shades. Velvet Teddy is a scent of wild honey and creamy musk. Available in 30 ml.
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Notes
Top
HoneyBergamot
Heart
DatesOrange Blossom
Base
MuskVanillaTonka BeanSugar
Accords
Sweet
100%
Vanilla
68%
Honey
62%
Musky
56%
Powdery
51%
White floral
48%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
fallwinterspring
About
Arabians Musk by Montale is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Arabians Musk was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Pierre Montale. Top notes are Honey and Bergamot; middle notes are Dates and Orange Blossom; base notes are Musk, Vanilla, Tonka Bean and Sugar. Following the remarkable success of Arabians Tonka, Montale proudly unveils the next addition to its Arabians collection: Arabians Musk. This fragrance, while staying true to the captivating magic of the Orient, highlights the sensual and mysterious essence of musk. As with Montale’s previous creations, Arabians Musk is more than just a scent; it is a journey through the Moroccan desert, where each moment offers as much enchantment as the final destination.The Fragrance Notes: Arabians Musk is a sophisticated composition that artfully blends rare and luxurious ingredients, creating a fragrance experience that is both powerful and delicate. The journey begins with the golden sweetness of Sweet Honey, capturing the warmth of the day, while Bergamot Zests add a fresh, citrusy burst that awakens the senses. The richness of Tasty Medjool Dates evokes the caramelized scent of sun-drenched dates, grounding the fragrance in an opulent warmth.A delicate floral breeze comes through with Tunisian Orange Flower, inspired by the blossoms found in a Moroccan oasis, adding a touch of lightness and elegance. The comforting sweetness of Vanilla Sugar follows, evoking a sense of indulgence. Venezuelan Tonka Beans bring a balsamic richness to the composition, enhancing its depth and sophistication. At the heart of the fragrance lies Warm Musk—sensual, enveloping, and unforgettable—tying together the luxurious notes and leaving a lasting impression.Arabians Musk transports you to a summer evening on a winding road through the Atlas Mountains, leading toward the vast Sahara desert. The air is tinged with the familiar, glycerine-like scent of leather care products, evoking memories of horse-riding gear from a nearby stable. At the foot of the Atlas lies a stable owned by a dear friend, where the legendary horse CALAFETE, a stunning figure known worldwide from Montale’s Arabians Tonka campaign, is cared for. As daylight fades and the mystical blue hour sets in, you stop in front of an endless palm grove. The scattered dates on the ground, nearly caramelized under the day’s scorching sun, release a deep, intoxicating aroma. Nearby, an oasis emerges, surrounded by orange blossoms, their delicate fragrance filling the twilight air. This journey, much like the fragrance itself, serves as a metaphor: sometimes, the destination is less important than the path taken, where every moment becomes a source of joy and wonder.The bottle of Arabians Musk is an elegant work of art, offering a striking contrast to the deep-toned bottle of Arabians Tonka. This new release is encased in a soft lacquered brown, reminiscent of the smooth sweetness of ripe dates and the delicate white flowers found in Moroccan oases. This lighter hue reflects a balance between strength and softness, subtly connecting the robustness of horse-riding leather gear to the fragrance’s delicate sensuality. The bottle’s soft, glycerine-like finish mirrors the tactile smoothness of leather cared for with fine oils, a nod to the noble equestrian world. This smooth texture, combined with the warm, luminous brown, evokes both the sweetness of dates and the light floral notes of orange blossom, creating an object that is as sensual to the touch as the fragrance is to the senses.Arabians Musk is not merely a fragrance; it is an invitation to a sensory journey, where each olfactory note is a new step on the path to discovery. Inspired by magical Moroccan nights and the world of noble horses, this fragrance is a captivating blend of musky sensuality and floral, sugary notes, offering a deeply luxurious and evocative experience. The bottle, with its soft lacquered brown hue, perfectly encapsulates the contrast between the rugged nobility of purebred horses and the delicate sweetness of the scent. Arabians Musk celebrates freedom, sensuality, and elegance, reminding us that the beauty of the journey is as much in the moments along the way as in the final destination.
Notes in Common
31% sharedShared (4)
BergamotHoneyTonka BeanMusk
Only in Velvet Teddy
Tobacco BlossomGingerVanilla OrchidMimosaPapyrus
Only in Arabians Musk
DatesOrange BlossomVanillaSugar
Rating
4.11vs3.99
Ratings
1,455vs610
Concentration
EDPvsEDP
Launch Year
2016vs2024
Which should I buy?
Velvet Teddy is the community's favourite of the two.
- Velvet Teddy is rated higher by the community: 4.11 from 1,455 ratings, against 3.99 from 610.
- Longevity votes for both lean "long lasting".
- Sillage is comparable: "strong" is the most common vote for both.
- Both are voted best for winter and fall.
Buy Velvet Teddy if you want the higher-rated option; pick Arabians Musk if its note profile reads closer to what you already love wearing.