Patchouli Leaves

There are SOO MANY fragrances that BOAST about having insanely good longevity/sillage along with many folks who vouche for that longevity/sillage, yet when I actually try most of those fragrances, they'll have this super strong sillage, and have a very strong opening, buuut, then Ill only get maybe 6/7 hours on my skin with about half of that time being a skin scent! Well, NOT Patchouli Leaves! This stuff SLLLLAPS! I put just one (full) spritz on my arm so I could sniff on it and enjoy it while at work, well the sillage was over powering my "SOTD" being 4 spritzes of Kenzo Homme edp which is also quite beastly! Well, my 8 hr shift is now over, Im back home doing laundry so it's now been like 10 hours since I applied that one spritz on my arm, and I can STILL clearly smell it as Im getting small wafts of it as I'm moving around doing laundry! I mean to the point where I'm so impressed that I've stopped what I was doing so that I could journal the experience.. Meanwhile, My four spritzes of Kenzo Homme edp are completely gone without a trace. Patchouli Leaves is truely a bonified BEAST of a fragrance! Out of my 150 bottle collection it may just be my strongest performer. Ill have to test it against a few others, but DAYAMN YA'LL. its NO JOKE! Plus it smells AMAZE-BALLZ! Beautiful Natural, Earthy/Choclatey Patchouli, and contrary to popular opinion this DOES TRANSITION into a "cleaner" less earthy "Hippie-ish" Patchouli while it lasts and lasts throughout the entire day! I love this fragrance, butI admittedly cannot stand that cannister! I suppose its bc it just feels so light in the hand plus ya can't see how much is left in the cannister. Ive probably worn about 8 spritzes since ive recieved my "Cannister" and although I know its all in my head, I fear that Im RUNNING LOW all bc I can't see how much is left LOL! Now what I can rave about is the excellent Atomizer😉. Again, Patchouli Leaves is super beastly, but fortunately you can control how much you want to wear with each spritz. You can do a small spritz, medium or then ya have the FULL spritz when you simply press firmly on that atomizer...(BEAST!)...... Anyhow, imo Patchouli Leaves has gotta be one of THEE BEST, natural Patchouli BOMBS around, and is MY quintessential ((🍃PATCHOULI🍃)) fragrance of choice!🍃🫠.. A (Rare)10 outta 10 which I do not dish out all willy-nilly like! Lol.. Thanks to whomever took the time to check out my review...CHEERS!🍃🌿🌱

An Enchanting Walk Through an Aromatic Garden - Patchouli Leaves by Montale As a lover of fragrances, I've always been on the lookout for scents that can transport me to another place or evoke strong emotions. Upon discovering Patchouli Leaves by Montale, I was pleasantly surprised by the olfactory journey it took me on. It was as if I was walking through a lush, aromatic garden, surrounded by a medley of rich and earthy scents. From the moment I first uncapped the bottle, I was greeted with a powerful and intoxicating aroma. The initial burst of patchouli, which is the central note of this fragrance, was both warm and earthy. It felt reminiscent of the damp forest floor after a fresh rain. The patchouli in this composition is undoubtedly high-quality, as it maintains a clean and non-overpowering presence throughout the wearing experience. As the fragrance began to settle on my skin, it revealed a subtle yet delightful interplay of vanilla and amber. These notes added a sweetness that beautifully balanced the earthiness of the patchouli, creating a harmonious blend. The presence of labdanum added depth and warmth, further enhancing the overall experience. The dry down was a symphony of musk and benzion, evoking a sense of comfort and serenity. The lasting power of Patchouli Leaves is impressive, staying on my skin for well over 8 hours. This longevity, combined with the moderate sillage, makes it perfect for those who appreciate a scent that lingers without being overbearing. Patchouli Leaves is a versatile fragrance, suitable for both men and women. It's a fantastic choice for the colder months or any time you want to feel enveloped in a warm, comforting scent. This fragrance has a certain elegance and sophistication to it, making it appropriate for both casual and formal occasions. Patchouli Leaves by Montale is a captivating and well-crafted fragrance that showcases the beauty of patchouli in a refined and luxurious manner. Its unique blend of earthy, sweet, and warm notes creates a delightful olfactory experience that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who has the pleasure of wearing it. If you're a fan of patchouli, or simply want to try something different and enchanting, I highly recommend giving Patchouli Leaves a try.

Having somewhat come back into the fragrance world again, this was a fragrance I could not forget. I remember from memory how good it was so I bought a big bottle for a very reasonable price. While it was on its way, I found my tiny dab sample of it, which at this point had turned into a very viscous liquid, if you can call it a liquid still. I desperately got what I could on my wrist and I knew from first smell, I made the right choice. This is probably one of the best patchouli-focused fragrances you can buy. Now, the caveat is you must want an amber/vanilla focus as well, and if you do you’ll be transported to a higher plane of existence. The patchouli has many facets when first sprayed. Mentholated, camphorated, earthy, damp, chocolate... just the best kind really. As it dries, the bourbon vanilla starts to come out and mingle, and what a lush, delicious vanilla this is. This is not a sugar candy vanilla, this is a smooth, semi sweet, mature vanilla. Again, the best kind. The story is apparently they soak patchouli leaves in an oak barrel with vanilla for two years to get this scent. I usually don’t buy stories but the quality of this would leave you in belief that this is possible. I’ve owned high end patch fragrances like Patchouly from Profumum Roma & Coromandel, and I’ve smelled countless others in the niche world. When my interest fell in fragrances, I sold those bottles. I can’t imagine ever selling this one, and potentially would be the last one I’d sell. Note: To the reviewer below me, the longevity of mine lasted over 24 hours... Something must be wrong with your bottle.

Based on the comments and reviews I was expecting a damp and earthy fragrance, but those might be the older batches, or different interpretations than mine. As challenging as the opening might be, this is not that polarizing to me, but certainly not for everyone. I really enjoy the notes that comprise this fragrance in general, so take all this with a grain of salt. Patchouli Leaves has a really simple note breakdown and you can really pinpoint the notes, there's this natural patchouli, which if you get really close has this minty feeling, but gets a bit chocolaty, as well. Supporting the chocolaty or slightly sweet feeling are probably the vanilla and amber but it's not too sweet, it's more like a dusty sweetened myrrh or benzoin kind of smell. What really stands out to me is the labdanum, which blends really nicely with the rest of the notes but also gives it this balmy and powdery texture, and also makes it a bit more mature. I haven't smelled a lot of pure patchouli-centric fragrances but I have recently smelled Coromandel and I remember it's much more subtle than Patchouli Leaves, dare I say more mass-appealing, but it's in the same family. Overall, if you like patchouli and labdanum, you will enjoy this. The performance on this one is very good and I think it's a pretty versatile scent, but don't wear this in the high heat. Also, I think this might be a good base fragrance for layering.

I purchased this with a strong patchouli/amber scent in mind. I knew this is how I wanted to smell and I'm so happy the Scent Bar is right next to me, cause they always guide me in the right direction. First off, the staying power of this magical fragrance is ridiculous. Second, the dry down is seriously amazingly beautiful. We go from strong patchouli and amber to soft vanilla with a powder puff of amber surrounding. INCREDIBLE. I always feel the true test is what my husband thinks, before I tell him I already dropped the cash on it, and when he smelled this one, not knowing it was new, he said I smelled incredibly sexy. He also used the words erotic, exotic and intoxicating...along with some other slightly inappropriate adjectives to describe this mesmerizing scent. Well, that just so happens to be EXACTLY how I want to smell...I think I smell a new signature scent coming on! UPDATE: okay, been wearing this for about a month now, and never have I had so many complete, absolute strangers, come up to me and ask me what I'm wearing. I sort of love every second of this. quite literally every day, someone compliments my fragrance and not just a "you smell nice" kind of a compliment, but an almost shocked "whao, what are you wearing?? you smell amazing!" sort. And they ALWAYS want to know where to buy it. Needless to say, I'm in love.