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Montale

Vanille Absolu

Vanille Absolu by Montale is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a vanilla, warm spicy composition with a powdery undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.

vanilla warmthspicy complexitypowdery comfortcozy eleganceunisex charm
3.99· 2,825 Ratings
Created byPierre Montale
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

Vanille Absolu by Montale was launched in 2008 and crafted by Pierre Montale, the nose behind this Oriental Vanilla fragrance. The composition centers on vanilla, bringing warmth and sweetness to the forefront. This is not just a straightforward vanilla scent; it's enriched with warm spicy and powdery notes that add depth and complexity. Cinnamon and woody elements lend an earthy edge, making the overall experience both familiar and unexpected.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Main Accords

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine40%
Unisex40%
Feminine20%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak2.1k
Weak2.6k
Moderate11.4k
Long16.0k
Eternal9.4k
Sillage
Intimate4.6k
Moderate16.0k
Strong11.5k
Enormous6.4k

Application Tips

Vanille Absolu blooms slowly on the skin. Apply it lightly and allow it to develop over time. It's best suited for evenings or cooler weather when its warmth can be fully appreciated without overpowering.

Designer Montale

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

The quiet hum of a library where the scent of vanilla books mingles with the subtle spice of cinnamon, creating a cocoon of warm comfort.

Fig. 01 — Vanille Absolu, Montale

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06 · The Room

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