HoneyOpens with
DatesHeart
MuskDries down to
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Arabians Musk
The aroma of freshly baked dates and honey, where the sweetness is balanced by the subtle spiciness of tonka bean and musk.
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Arabians MuskPremium · $100–250
59%Similar accords, often for lessLe Beau Narcisse · Jean Paul GaultierMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 5 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Pierre Montale launched Arabians Musk in 2024, crafting a composition that marries the sweetness of honey and vanilla with the warmth of musk and powdery notes. The fragrance opens with a bright citrus note from bergamot and orange blossom, which gives way to an enveloping heart of dates and orange blossom, creating a rich, almost dessert-like accord. This is further enhanced by tonka bean and sugar, adding depth and complexity before settling into a musky base that reads as cozy and intimate.
This fragrance blooms best close to skin rather than across a room. Start with one spray; it builds gradually over an hour or two. It’s particularly well-suited for cooler evenings when you want a warm, enveloping scent.
Fig. 01 — Arabians Musk, Montale
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Pierre Montale
Oud from the Arabian courtPierre Montale's career took shape after a journey to the Kingdom of Arabia some twenty years ago, where confidential materials introduced through the Royal family inspired the olfactory universe behind the Montale perfume house, which he founded in Paris in 2003.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 39%, disliked or hated by 12%.