Molto Smalto by Francesco Smalto
Men 1993
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Description
Molto Smalto by Francesco Smalto is a chypre fragrance for men. Molto Smalto was launched in 1993. The top notes are lavender, Amalfi lemon, rosemary, and cilantro; the heart notes are jasmine, helichrysum, valley lily, and geranium; the base notes are sandalwood, amber, musk, and Virginia cedar.
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When to wear it (votes)
- Winter 24%
- Spring 28%
- Summer 13%
- Autumn 35%
- Day 60%
- Night 40%
Key notes
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Top
lavender
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Heart
jasmine
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Base
sandalwood
Community
54 votes
- Positive 81%
- Negative 13%
- Neutral 5.6%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
157 votes
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Leading answer Love it
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Season
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Time of day
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Fragrance profile
About Molto Smalto
Molto Smalto by Francesco Smalto is a chypre fragrance for men. Molto Smalto was launched in 1993. The top notes are lavender, Amalfi lemon, rosemary, and cilantro; the heart notes are jasmine, helichrysum, valley lily, and geranium; the base notes are sandalwood, amber, musk, and Virginia cedar.
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
30 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
33 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
14 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
10 votes
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4 reviews
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Unique, creamy, and amber scent with musk and floral notes; perfect for elegant evening wear.
Distinctive, creamy, amber, musky, and floral; perfect for elegant evening wear.
Opens strong with citrus notes that sound more like bergamot to me than the promised Amalfi lemon. Soft lavender blends with other herbs. The floral phase is very subtle, but no less charming, and the citrus remains in the background. The dry down is musky and amber, warm but not sweet. A true 90s classic, in the style of Salvador Dali (1992, which I reviewed), with top-tier longevity (over 12 hours) and moderate to heavy sillage (without being overwhelming; the projection was excellent). Perfect for men with classic tastes for formal day wear. The only downside: appears discontinued (I tested it in a decant).
Starts strong with a citrus that feels more like bergamot than the promised Amalfi lemon; soft lavender and other herbs. The floral phase is very subtle but lovely, with the citrus lingering in the background. The dry down is musky and amber, warm yet not sweet. A great fragrance from the early 90s, in the style of Salvador Dali (1992), with amazing longevity (over 12 hours) and moderate to strong sillage. Ideal for men with classic tastes for formal occasions. Downside: seems discontinued (I tested it in a decant).