What does it smell like?
It smells mostly woody and musky. Oud and saffron at the top, labdanum and musk in the middle and ebony wood and musk at the base.
- Came out
- 2010
- Lasts
- 9 to 12 hours
- Best in
- fall
Paris Aoud Musk notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
Montale Paris Aoud Musk EDP in detail
Paris Aoud Musk EDP is made by Montale. Its strength is Eau de Parfum.
Paris Aoud Musk: day or night?
It works better at night than in the day, so it is a good pick for evenings, dinners and going out. Its oud side feels cosy and rich after dark.
Best seasons to wear it
The best time of year to wear it is fall. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: fall, winter, spring and summer.
Who will like it
The strongest accord is woody (100%), followed by musky and oud. You will probably like it if you enjoy woody and musky smells and notes like labdanum and ebony wood. Less obvious notes include oud and oud. Perfume fans rate it 4.08 out of 5.
Sillage and projection
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Prada Intense and Prada Amber.
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Paris Aoud Musk price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €106. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Prada Intense and Lattafa Velvet Oud but less than Prada Amber.
Paris Aoud Musk dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Etat Libre d'Orange Nostos unisex (5 shared notes), Prada Intense (10 shared notes), Prada Amber (5 shared notes) and Lattafa Velvet Oud (6 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Etat Libre d'Orange Nostos unisex starts from €63.
Perfume comparisons
See the notes, how long each lasts and the price side by side.
More questions
Does Paris Aoud Musk last long?
It lasts about 9 to 12 hours on skin.
When did Paris Aoud Musk come out?
It came out in 2010.
Is it unisex?
Yes, it is made for both men and women.