Clary SageOpens with
Violet LeafHeart
Tonka BeanDries down to
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Montblanc · Sold as masculine
Emblem
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, blending crispness with a warm embrace.
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EmblemMid-range · $40–100
56%Similar accords, often for lessAl Ibdaa · Ard Al ZaafaranBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →How it wears
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HeartThe Soul
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When to Wear
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014 by Montblanc, Emblem was created by perfumers Sonia Constant and Olivier Pescheux. This aromatic spicy fragrance opens with a bright burst of clary sage and grapefruit, giving way to the warm complexity of cardamom and cinnamon. The heart notes of violet leaf introduce an unexpected freshness that contrasts beautifully with the woody base, anchored by tonka bean and vanilla. Emblem is a composition caught between the crispness of nature and the warmth of tradition, embodying the refined elegance Montblanc is known for.
Apply Emblem to pulse points — its citrus and aromatic top notes are bright but fade quickly. The woody base blooms after about an hour, so it’s best to let it settle into your skin rather than overdoing the initial application. Ideal for daytime wear when you want a fragrance that evolves subtly throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Emblem, Montblanc
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Olivier Pescheux
East meets WestOlivier Pescheux is a master perfumer at Givaudan whose work draws deeply from his extensive travels through the Middle East and Asia.
“The idea behind Eau Capitale was to illustrate the perfect perfume for a Parisien/Parisienne: chic and elegant, but also sensual and sexy, ready for a date at any time.”
Olivier Pescheux · fragroom, March 2020
Co-created with Sonia Constant
The Emblem line
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The originalEmblemMontblanc · Mid-range · $40–100Ard Al Zaafaran · 2023Al IbdaaShares 6 of its 12 notesunder $40★ 3.64 (11)43%Match
AjmalAqamaarShares 4 of its 11 notesunder $40★ 3.60 (20)
With Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb Nectar
Adds smoky, fruity and white floral; shares tonka bean.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 11%.