Femme Individuelle by Montblanc

What an exquisite perfume ❤️. I had this back in 2006 as a gift from a great friend. I loved it so much I finished it quickly and haven’t been able to part with it since. I always keep it in my collection and like to stash a new bottle just in case, haha. Its scent is unique, mysterious, and versatile; it outshines Montblanc. Plus, it has excellent longevity and sillage, a great price, and a minimalist, elegant bottle. Everything about it is beautiful 😍, totally recommended! 👍

It smells old, like a damp closet with grandma’s camphor, with no distinguishable notes. I bought it blindly, guided by reviews here, but do you people have noses? It’s not that I personally dislike it; it’s that the smell is unpleasant. It doesn’t smell like perfume, water, or anything nice. Simply, IT DOESN’T SMELL GOOD. Buying blindly is a NO; you have to smell it first. I took a poll and not a single person thought it was a perfume; the descriptions were: “injection smell, vitamin B, medicine box, grandma’s camphor balls, mosquito repellent packets.” I will NEVER buy a Montblanc again.

A versatile perfume, even seems unisex. At first, it smells fresh due to the laurel, that mentholated scent I’ve read about before; for me, nothing unpleasant, but rather awakening and invigorating. Over time, it becomes more powdery, which is why I consider it versatile: it works well for any daytime occasion where you want to look presentable without being overly flashy. Beautiful, clean, and elegant bottle. Very good price. It smells close to the skin and lasts hours; it would be great if it lasted longer and had more sillage. It’s different; my husband said “it doesn’t resemble any of the ones you have.” For me, it’s a wildcard to always look presentable without drawing attention.

I really like this perfume and I really don’t like it, how is that possible? Well, that’s just how it is. The opening drives me crazy; contrary to other opinions that describe it as the most challenging phase… Later, it smells like a bacchanalian orgy in the times of Caligula, that’s what garum drinking smells like in my mind… And then, every time I bring my wrist close, one time I love it (what fruits, what patchouli…) and the next time I hate it (ugh, so mentholated, that’s why I put on Vicks Vaporub which is cheaper)… The most peculiar perfume I’ve ever smelled, of course, I don’t have much experience with niches, so surely more than one surpasses it in weirdness. I’m not daring to wear it in public yet; when I have the nerve, I’ll edit to comment if I’ve had any reaction. The sillage is potent, it smells like my whole house, and lasts at least eight hours. Right now, I love the scent hitting me…

Femme Individualle is an essence that walks a risky line between the fine balance of yin and yang. Between the feminine and masculine in a hidden way. It possesses an energy that honors its name: a woman so individual that, for that very reason, possesses a spicy and overwhelming femininity. The laurel in its dry scent falls over the narcotic rose and, practically, fuses with the other aromas. Creating a fragrance destined to be a juicy, green, and pink seal, with an acidity that changes romance into a satisfying solitude.

I’ve been longing to get this fragrance for many years, and it only reached my hands last week. But it came to stay. The opening is very potent and the sillage is powerful, completely fruity and spiced; but in a good way. For me, who am just a simple “perfume enthusiast,” I was surprised by that laurel and pepper aroma that makes it pleasantly spicy. Then it changes, and floral notes are perceived. Later, it becomes powdery; they seem like my favorite notes: amber and musk. What I like most is that it’s almost unknown (at least where I live), so I feel like I’m walking around with a special scent that no one else uses. I feel mysterious when I wear it. I can say I have a favorite on my list. I give it four stars only because I’d love for it to be more long-lasting.

The first time it disappointed me because it was too strong, but I tried it again and I don’t regret it. It starts minty, then softens, becomes pleasant and slightly sweet, with red currants. It’s very feminine, nothing matronly. My only complaint is that it doesn’t last: it’s gone in 1 or 2 hours.

It was a blind buy; I saw the bottle, thought it looked nice, and the salesperson recommended it. I don’t regret it, though I’ve only worn it three times in a year. I find it strong, with woody notes and good longevity, but it smells very matronly to me, like winter.

I’m wearing this fragrance today. Although it’s not one of my favorites, I like it. It has a very sweet scent, like falling into a bowl of gelatin. It’s very feminine and combines spicy and soft notes very well. On my skin, the red currant stands out—very sweet but spicy—then the lotus flower and a very soft rose come out; in the base, you can still feel the flower but very lightly and quite sweet. I think it’s a luminous and colorful aroma. I find it enchanting and romantic for sweet, delicate, and innocent girls. A detail: after two hours, it’s no longer noticeable, staying only close to the skin. So, I think it’s very lovely for everyday wear, summer, or going out to dinner at the beach or outdoor activities.

What a luxurious fragrance, I’m in love! The olfactory pyramid is noticeable from miles away: it starts with fascinating currants, the pepper tickles the nose exquisitely (I don’t notice the laurel), the dry down is so fruity it smells like sweet, almost caramelized raspberries, then the roses and the aquatic touch of lotus are sensational, and it closes with a woody base and rich vanilla. Pleasant trail, lasts all day, ideal to gift to a lady, with lots of personality, feminine and distinguished.

It’s a strong and quite minty perfume; the laurel is very noticeable.

Without a doubt, it’s my fragrance for the day; I feel very identified with it.

I absolutely love this perfume. It’s incredibly attractive and draws a lot of attention. The scent is elegant yet sparkling, clean, and pleasant. I think it’s perfect for active, social women; it gives off the right vibe. Even when dressed casually, it makes you look effortlessly chic and cool. Plus, it lasts quite a while.