Trying Montale Paris Best Selling Fragrances! Holiday Gift Guide 2023

[@TressesOfAlexis]

Ooo! I thought I was the only person that avoided Montale because of the bottles. I feel seen and safe here 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheSantaMaria1]

It's so real lol.

[@tenaloving5155]

Whoever decided these bottles were a good idea should get another career@tressesofalexis

[@MissScentimental]

I just sampled Arabians tonka last week and bought a full bottle immediately. It totally wow’s me ! 😍

[@sequitawhitehead6584]

I remember when I first got my gift set with the lotion. I was over the moon and then I put it down, but I'm so excited to pick Arabians tonka back up!

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yes! Arabians Tonka is giving what it needs to give.

[@heidibedoya]

I did not like it. Definitely not blind buying anything again. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@anp22fab]

I am here to tell you that Montale Dark Purple is a beast and a compliment getter! One of my favorites!

[@kamilahroyal1]

I just bought it! It’s great! I don’t understand why it doesn’t get more love

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Ive seen and heard good things about Dark Purple. I will check it out! Thanks.

[@edouardw.litaaba-akila6001]

So, is Montale designed for girls only or both genders? I am so confused because there are men advertising it too lol

[@zee0215]

I love your reviews. I feel you are honest and your passion for fragrance is like my own heart.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thank you for watching

[@Ai_TheGreat]

I totally understand where you're coming from with roses musk. In 2019 when I got my 1st bottle it was thee end all be all! Now I'm like she cute or whatever 😂❤

[@TheSantaMaria1]

hahaha oh yes, Im sure your nose has changed since then.

[@karolinae.8949]

I love Montale. They are beasts and for that alone I’m invested. Arabians Tonka is flawless. I think you should sample more from them like: Mukhallat, Sweet Vanilla, Blue Matcha, Dark Purple, Mango Manga, and Intense Tiare. Not saying they are all full bottle worthy but they worth the experience. I own Mukhallat and it’s controversial but I didn’t hesitate to get it bc it’s so yummy and quirky.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Monatle does not play games. Im impressed with their consistent projection. Thank you for a list of more Montales to sample in the future.

[@MaseratiHolly]

i have arabians tonka and intense cafe !! love them both !!

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I see why!

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

Sensual Instinct, omg it's so so good...I love it

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I see why!

[@VeronicaSays]

Ooooh thanks for the heads up on Starry Nights. I've never tried that one. Arabians Tonka and Sensual Instinct are 👍👍👍 These videos are fun. I hate the bottles too though. 😂

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Of course, yes Sensual Instinct and Arabians Tonka are giving me life! Thanks for watching.

[@terrylapper2029]

Them eye glasses are beautiful on you sis

[@BondGirl103]

Agreed. Love the glasses❤

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thank you!

[@VeronicaSays]

Hey Santa! 💖 Diva is a super festive color. Love!

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yes, it is an OG!

[@mrs.t6847]

Sensual instinct my bae! I went into Starbucks and she was like OMG! What do you have on lol it's always a compliment getter

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yassss!

[@HiddenTreasure09]

Hello & Happy Holidays! I hate the Montale bottles too but my favorite from the line is Honey Aoud 🍯💣💛🧡🥰

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hi there! Ill have to try that one.

[@SakeniaMonique]

I'm so glad I found your channel. I've been searching for good and in depth reviews on this! Chocolate Greedy is the one I'm interested in

[@toshabryant6965]

So happy I found this video, I definitely have Sensual Instinct and Arabians Tonka, I also hot Vanille Absolu for a fun birthday cake vibe but sis I got another one for u....Crazy In Love, when you see the bottle you will add to cart 😊😊

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for sharing and for the suggestion

[@goldninja9439]

Intense Cafe was my first and loved loved it. Literally had people make u-turns to ask me what I was wearing

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Love that

[@babityvavvit]

😂 you had me rolling over your reaction to Oudmazing. 😂😂😂😂

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hahaha it is what it is

[@thelaralavery]

I’m glad you liked Arabians Tonka 😊😊😊. My first Montale ever

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yes it’s a good one!

[@ScentualP]

Arabsun tonka and Sensual instinct are my faves, as well as Infinity ❤🎉

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yay! They are great

[@y.spence]

Got so excited when I saw this video because although I’m not a fan of the packaging, the mini is what I had first. Intense Cafe Ristretto and Sensual Instinct 😊 compliments! Ppl are definitely going to smell you.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Nice!!! I can totally those being compliment getters.

[@yagmurozdemir7069]

Hey dear I have owned the ristretto cafe intense and now I am thinking to purchase sensual instinct too, is it worth it to get it? Or are they too similar? I have never tried Sensual instinct. ❤

[@y.spence]

@@yagmurozdemir7069 it similar to me sensual instinct is a soft musk

[@yagmurozdemir7069]

@@y.spence thank you much, so you mean it does not worth it to get both?

[@y.spence]

@@yagmurozdemir7069 just choose one, and you’re good

[@schari30]

I love Montale's Ouds; they do woody frags so well: Honey Oud, Oud Tobacco, Fantastic Oud, Black Aoud...the ones mentioned are more favored by the guys, but are unisex and just gorgeous. I give credit where credit is due; so much of what we smell from niche houses is based on the work this brand originally did. I had to get over the bottles also, but I think the tin bottles allow the frags to age well and are incredibly light and easy to travel with.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Their oud is strong indeed! Right, Montale started a lot of the trends we see today. Thanks for watching and sharing this comment.

[@michelleodom548]

So glad I'm not the only one who passed because of the bottle. I never tried any either, so thanks for this video

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hahahah we are stepping out of our comfort zone with this one

[@karenbennett59]

Ooh that fragrance of the day is sooo intriguing! May need to sample it!

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yes sample it!

[@broncotia3125]

Love the reviews. I have Montale Chocolate Greedy but have been intending to try a few more. Thank u for helping me decide on a few to try!. Happy Holidays to all! ❤🎄

[@slimmgoddie2]

I have that as well

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thank you. Happy holidays to you too.

[@kennethwilliams8240]

Chocolate Greedy is a excellent layering fragrance like Nishane's Ani and Molecules 01. You gotta get intense cafe and " Mancera"is their sister fragrance line

[@LoveandMisses]

It's such a relief to find an honest reviewer . So many reviewers don't want to offend a house or even their influencer friends.

[@AunH]

Facts! The reason I love this channel and I hope it stays that way!😎

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I just share what I get from a fragrance . Thanks for watching!

[@Hamlet12341]

I agree I find the bottles tacky but the fragrances I have tried amazing.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

This is a fair assessment

[@abcondol90]

finally an in depth review of montale fragrances!! 🙌🏻

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@trea308]

So glad you did this review bc I haven't smelled anything from their line bc of the bottles either.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hahaha I love how we are all coming clean about the bias against the bottles.

[@MakeUpTraffic]

Right on time. Deciding between some of those.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Glad this is what you like to see

[@Thatgirlokeeks]

Yasss!!! Montale is one of my favorite houses. And I love that they offer 20mls that you can order if you don’t want 50 ml or100ml but want more than 10ml. I love them! 🫶🏿

[@TheSantaMaria1]

That’s cool! Thanks for the info.

[@lovli31]

Intense cafe may be one that I try out.. I have rides vanille and Delox and I love those😊

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Intense Cafe started the trend so yes, check it out since you like that scent profile.

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

Arabian Tonka sounds really nice...I may need to try it

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Sample it for sure.

[@joshuarock4631]

I just got this set too, excited to see your take

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy the set.

[@carlasmall5215]

Hey Santa! Unfortunately both montale and mancera do not.work well with my chemistry, however, happy you had some success and found some keepers! I just got my sample set from Une Nuit Nomade and i am having fun with it and have found 2 so far that i for sure want full bottles of. I giggled with your comment on the bottle as i could not help thinking the heel has a fighting chance if they every make a jaw dropping Santa approved fragrance😂 Italica definitely gives marzipan realness. She is a beast. Cant deny that

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for sharing your experiences. Im still saying no the heel 😂

[@BondGirl103]

I love Italica and Arabians Tonka. I pair them with L'Occitane Amande Body Balm. Arabians Tonka is such a beast but a compliment getter. I dab it on from a decant instead of spraying it on. Italica reminds me of BDK's Velvet Tonka. I enjoy Montale's Ristretto Cafe, Chocolate Greedy, Crazy in Love & Sweet Oriental Dream.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am impressed with Arabians Tonka for sure! Thanks for the list of suggested Montale fragranced as well.

[@CookieCoCo_OG]

Are you picking up Paulina Schar’s new fragrance released today? The name of it is Lost In A Dream. I went on and got it because I absolutely adore Kind Intentions. ❤❤❤

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I saw the promo for it! It looks good! Im personally in the midst of holiday travel and getting gifts for others so no Im not getting it today. I definitely want to smell it soon!

[@lovli31]

Hey Santa!❤❤ I don’t own any Montales either.. it was the bottles for me too.. 😂

[@TheSantaMaria1]

hahahah I feel seen and heard about the bottle thing

[@blaiseroa5022]

I love Sensual Instinct and Arabians Tonka that I bough a back up of each.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for sharing

[@Sally-os6wc]

I ❤ adore Arabians Tonka. I just have to be careful and not spray too much because it is a beast !!

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I can totally see that!

[@antoniao.7381]

amazingg

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thank you

[@zee0215]

Love intense cafe.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for sharing

[@julitakamaki4386]

I avoided Montale because of the bottles. Their fragrances are actually pretty good. I’m loving Infinity. It’s just those annoying tacky bottles. Ugh! Whyyyyy?! 😭

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I see I was not alone in my thoughts. haha

[@angelamaiyo2524]

Hi, thanks for the review. Is it possible to please review Rises Nighy by Montale..No one has done that review. It is said to have the dna of the awesome but discontinued Stella by Stella McCartney and Chloe EDP. Im very interested

[@angelamaiyo2524]

Sorry meant Roses Night by Montale..not rises

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for watching. Feel free to sample the fragrances for yourself.

[@angelamaiyo2524]

@@TheSantaMaria1 was just saying in case you have it. I'm in Kenya and I can't find it anywhere but the notes and reviews interest me and I was thinking of buying it online.

[@pearlfeather9326]

Looking for a great rose scent. Montale has a few.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

That's great

[@johannaleino5951]

Thank you for your review. I must say you need to go back to the samples and test them out repeatedly. I strongly disliked roses musk initially but have grown to love it. Your initial reaction is often not the final dislike/like/love.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

You must be new here. 😂😂😂 Feel free to watch more of my sampling videos . Thanks for watching.

[@mabajaki5555]

Montale Dark purple is also very nice for women, and very strong. (For me even stronger then Intense cafe, smells on my arm two days) Also Intense tiare, very strong and great for spring/summer.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Oh wow! Thanks for sharing

[@TressesOfAlexis]

I’m finding that I also love me some praline! We go together real bad too 😂😂

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Praline just does something wonderful in a fragrance

[@niklaus009]

would like to test Arabians Tonka. does it smell synthetic?

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I suggest sampling it like I have to determine for yourself.

[@Sosospins]

Hey Santa, I have not tried anything from this house but it sounds really good! Did you get my elf mail I sent you? It says it was delivered about a week ago and I want to make sure you got it. Thank you!

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hi dear! Yes, I did get the package. You will see it soon 😉

[@Sosospins]

@@TheSantaMaria1 awesome thank you! 🥰❤️

[@tavanishas]

@The Santa Maria…see this is why I trust your opinions…that Starry Night is definitely masculine-leaning 😷

[@TheSantaMaria1]

hahaha I had to say it

[@AunH]

Also not a fan of the bottles, like does this thing really work🤣🤣🤣? Arabians Tonka is a favorite & a beast that last for hours & hours🤣🥰. I was also influenced by Paulina's review of this one & I own a full bottle😎

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hahaha yes the bottles are different for sure. Paulina was truly on to something with Arabians Tonka. It’s fantastic!

[@pikula4507]

I want to buy 1 for my wife but have no idea which one to get!

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Pick one

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

Roses Musk, I have the Intense version...and it's ok

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for sharing

[@lifewithlanika]

I love Montale! I have 4 so far. Roses Musk is better for spring/summer. I've been wanting to try Sensual Instinct and Daydreams. If you like warm and cozy vanilla, you should try Chocolate Greedy.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Interesting! There is a lot to explore from this house. Thanks for sharing.

[@slimmgoddie2]

I just purchased from montal and mancera

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Cool!

[@angelamaiyo2524]

Does sensual instincts have Bacarrat 540 vibes? I dont like Bacarrat myself

[@TheSantaMaria1]

No

[@anp22fab]

I just checked my Sensual Instinct and realize that I only have about 2 more wears! I need another bottle!😅😮😅

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Oh you have been enjoying it lol.

[@KenshiroBoss]

Is Intense Cafe suitable for a man? The site said it’s unisex. Thanks

[@TheSantaMaria1]

The site answered your question :-)

[@ananya9135]

is intense cafe similar to cafe rose by tom ford?

[@TheSantaMaria1]

No. i just sampling to see for yourself as well.

[@jackiewashington17]

Sister...sorry you been missing out. I like them.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I enjoyed sampling them

[@jackiewashington17]

@@TheSantaMaria1 longevity is serious on my skin.

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

Hey Santa🙋🏾‍♀️, let's hear your thoughts

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hi LaTonya!

[@DwayneLewis-oe2zd]

❤️❤️♥️♥️♥️😘😘💚

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for watching

[@roseyb3503]

Montale frags compares to some Terenzi fragrances

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yes, I said that in the video

[@iluvj00]

I subbed 5 seconds in the video, why? Audio and video quality... thank you.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thank you so much for noticing.

[@ScentualP]

Black Aoud is the most strong montale 😅

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for sharing

[@javoneldridge8046]

I tried Mancera and Montal fragrances! They smell synthetic to my nose. And too popular for me. I don't really purchase popular fragrances at all.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for sharing

[@ChristineTinaD]

I purchased oudmazing and I instantly gave it away but whenever my mum wears it I want it back 😂😂

[@TheSantaMaria1]

hahahah it happens like that sometimes.

[@monicaeddie8549]

Lol@it’s gon take me out!😂

[@TheSantaMaria1]

just saying

[@Jina_Lewise]

Hi there

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Hi

[@antoinejones9800]

🌹🌹🌹😘😘💕💕🥰🥰😻😻❤️❤️

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Thanks for watching

[@patrice5250]

Montale and Mancera I think are made by the same people.

[@TheSantaMaria1]

Yes, they are sister companies.

[@peninalipkin2974]

I thought you didnt like foodie gourmands? you said that to us :/

[@TheSantaMaria1]

I said I’m not typical into gourmands. I also sampled italica in a previous video and I liked it. I welcome you to sample fragrances to see what you end up liking or not liking as well. Thanks for watching.