Musk Vanille

Scent Breakdown

Musk Vanille opens with a dominant rose. This isn't a photorealistic, dewy rose, but a slightly jammy, sugared version. Initial blast is quite strong, bordering on synthetic, missing the nuanced green aspects present in Roses Musk. Jasmine in the heart emerges quickly. It's a clean, almost soapy jasmine, softening the initial rose intensity. The musk base is the star and where it closely mimics the Montale fragrance. This is a clean, white musk, not animalic or dirty. The drydown is primarily musk, with lingering traces of rose and jasmine. Compared to Roses Musk, this is approximately 88% similar. The key difference lies in the quality of the rose. Montale’s uses a more natural rose absolute, giving it depth and complexity missing here.

Projection Power

Longevity is impressive. I detected it on my skin for approximately 7 hours. Projection is moderate for the first two hours, creating a noticeable scent bubble. It then settles closer to the skin, becoming a skin scent after about 4 hours. A heavier application will extend projection, but be mindful of the initial intensity.

To Buy or Not to Buy?

Musk Vanille offers a commendable approximation of Roses Musk. While lacking the sophistication and natural feel of the original's rose, it's a solid alternative. If you enjoy the general profile of rose and musk but find the price point of Roses Musk prohibitive, this is a worthwhile purchase. The original may offer a richer, more natural experience, but