Legend by Montblanc

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Legend by Montblanc is an aromatic fougere that opens with bright top notes of lavender, pineapple, bergamot, apple, and lemon, creating a fresh and vibrant introduction. The heart blends geranium, rose, and dates, adding floral and fruity depth, while the base combines tonka beans, coumarin, and sandalwood for a warm, creamy finish. Those drawn to Legend often appreciate the balance between fresh citrus, aromatic florals, and a smooth, slightly sweet woody dry down.

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Campus

Campus by Molinard £65.00

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  • Key notes:
  • geranium
  • lavender
  • patchouli
  • pineapple
  • sandalwood
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • woody

Campus is the 'bon vivant' moment in Molinard's historical collection, first created in 2004 it sparks adventurous pineapple and calms into luxurious tones of Provençal Lavender. It conjures an air of freedom and elegance. Beautiful geranium and woody notes from amber and sandalwood makes Campus nothing short of charm in perfume form.

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PG31 Tonka Bodykon

PG31 Tonka Bodykon by Pierre Guillaume - Parfumerie Générale £140.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • apple
  • coumarin
  • rum
  • tonka beans
  • Tags:
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • woody

A delicious shimmering amber to follow the movement of your body like a fantastic beast.

It conjures up aromas of licorice rum, autumn sunset apples, and smoky bitter sweet tonka.

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Tonka Lavande

Tonka Lavande by Marie Jeanne £165.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • fougere
  • lavender
  • sage
  • tonka beans
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #normcore
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

Perfumer: Sidonie Lancesseur

The Materie Premiere collection. 

A soft, bitter-sweet tonka and cooling lavender blend. Marie Jeanne’s beautiful vision of a 21st century fougere.

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ARA(GON)

ARA(GON) by Mallo £220.00

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  • Key notes:
  • coumarin
  • cumin
  • incense
  • lavender
  • oakmoss
  • thyme
  • wormwood
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • leather
  • vintage/old school

Aragon is an olfactory tribute to the Aragon region of Spain, the birthplace of Mallo. A unique aromatic fougere, the scent showcases local aromatic plant extracts from cypress, basil, thyme, rosemary and artemisia. Added to this busy mix is the pipirigallo flower, exclusive to the region. The scent is rounded off by mossy, resinous elements for a warm, enveloping feel.

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Debonaire

Debonaire by Plowden & Fallow £108.00

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  • Key notes:
  • lavender
  • lemon
  • neroli
  • rosemary
  • sandalwood
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • green

One has a sophisticated charm, confidence and sports impeccable tailoring, need we say more? Debonaire is your go to Plowden & Fallow fragrance for everyday wear be that wondering the streets of Chelsea, attending a mid-summer garden party, or those days spent in the office followed by a post work drink.

For here we have an example of aromatic tailoring of the finest order; a fragrant citrus head has been carefully woven into a delightfully musky floral base from which gentle woody notes ascend forth.

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Kajal II

Kajal II by Kajal £195.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cloves
  • fougere
  • green leaves
  • lavender
  • lemon
  • mandarin
  • patchouli
  • sage
  • Tags:
  • #aftergym
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • #savory
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • spicy

Spiritually, number two symbolizes balance, a reminder that we are all connected. When we attune our inner self with our outer experiences, a profound equilibrium emerges. Kajal II, with its peach and bright aromatics playing against deep oakmoss, sandalwood and musk, is a tribute to this serene duality.

Perfumer: Rosendeo Mateu

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Kajal III

Kajal III by Kajal £195.00

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  • Key notes:
  • ambroxan
  • grapefruit
  • lavender
  • lemon
  • neroli
  • rosemary
  • Tags:
  • #aftergym
  • #beast
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • citrusy

Symbolically, three is a powerful number which represents the wholeness of a completed cycle — the past, the present, the future. We are not defined by our hardships, but by how we confront them: the discipline of optimism, the courage of resolve. Kajal III, with its burst of ginger and citrus anchored by cleansing lavender and enfolding amber, has been created to honor all forms of determination and fortitude.

Perfumer: Kevin Mathis

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Acqua di Colonia

Acqua di Colonia by Lorenzo Villoresi £130.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • bigarade
  • lavender
  • rosemary
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • #normcore
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • citrusy
  • green

A timeless, traditional cologne: fresh, versatile and eternally elegant like all true classics. The fragrance expresses all its radiant freshness with the most intoxicating citrus aromas: Bergamot, Lemon and Orange are a perfect contrast to the Lavender and invigorating Mediterranean herbs.

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Breathe

Breathe by Akro £160.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • fougere
  • lavender
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • citrusy
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

Escape, silence, splendor, serenity. Sometimes, it’s the simple pleasures of nature that are the most addictive. Let Breathe expand your horizons with aromatic airs of lavender and bergamot. A breath of fresh air to replenish your spirit.

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Dol

Dol by Ortir Apothecari £114.00

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  • Key notes:
  • fougere
  • geranium
  • hay
  • lavender
  • petrichor
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

DÔL translates to meadow and is pronounced "Dole".

Homage to a traditional fougere opens with restorative bergamot and grapefruit before settling into the soft and velvety notes of lavender and hay. This niche perfume its redolent of meandering through Welsh meadows, grounding vetiver echoes the fields of ORTIR.

About Legend by Montblanc

How does Legend by Montblanc differ from these similar fragrances?
Legend balances fresh citrus, aromatic florals, and a warm, sweet woody base with notes like pineapple, apple, tonka beans, and sandalwood. Many similar fragrances focus on subsets of these notes, emphasising either fresher, smokier, sweeter, or earthier aspects, but none replicate the full balanced aromatic fougere character of Legend.
Which fragrances here are closest to Legend’s aromatic fougere style?
Fragrances like Campus, Tonka Lavande, and Debonaire share a similar aromatic fougere profile with key notes like lavender, bergamot, and sandalwood. They maintain fresh and aromatic qualities, though each adds unique elements that shift the overall feel.
Are any of these fragrances particularly good for warmer weather?
Fresh and clean scents such as Campus, Acqua di Colonia, Breathe, and Saint Malo are well suited to warmer temperatures due to their bright citrus, lavender, and aquatic or herbal notes. Heavier or sweeter options like PG31 Tonka Bodykon may feel more appropriate for cooler conditions.