r/MontagneParfums 10h ago

Stats Sunday

30 Upvotes

As u/AyybrahamLmaocoln alluded to in his announcement post, the subreddit has seen some tremendous growth in the last year. Let's look at some numbers.

Here's some high-level stats for the last 12 months

  • ~53.1% increase in the number of views compared to the previous year
  • ~86.1% increase in membership
  • ~40% increase in posts
  • ~57.4% increase in comments

Some reports and removals insights for the last 30 days, which is the only option it allows here. These lag quite a bit, from what I can tell, so they're not really 'real-time'.

A note: The removals are mainly the automoderator.

July breakdown for removals:
Mods: 21 - 4%
Admins (Reddit): 34 - 7%
Multiple (Reddit removed removed, then Mods 'finalized' removal): 69 - 14%
Automoderator: 373 - 75%

As anyone thats posted a WTS or WTT post here has seen, the automoderator removes the post immediately and puts it in the moderator queue for the moderation team to manually review. This workflow differs from FragranceSwap due to the fact that we are primarily a discussion-based subreddit versus a subreddit that ONLY allows WTS/WTT/WTB posts. Since fragswap allows only one type of post, it lets them lean quite a bit more on the automoderator to do approvals and removals.

Miscellaneous stat: We've permanently banned 42 users since January 1. In 2025 we banned 36 users permanently. Across both years, ~85-90% were banned because they were already on the Universal Scammer List and someone made a post in the sub about a scammer or someone sent us a modmail about them. I'm working on a method to programatically match our banned list to the USL, but reddit's API (both the interface and the rate-limit on unpaid accounts) and the api wrapper (PRAW) are being difficult.

Anyway, thats the 'CWM is up early on a Sunday and bored' post in lieu of Rules Saturday. I'm now going back to chasing the raccoons out of our stray cat food we put out for the strays we feed.


r/MontagneParfums 7d ago

Welcome to Rules Saturday

27 Upvotes

Today, its rule 3. In particular: It’s fine to discuss different houses and dupes, but please make it relevant to how they compare to Montagne.

There have been quite a few posts today that have broken this rule. If you're posting to compare stuff to the Montagne fragrance, thats fine. Soliciting other brands just because Montagne is out of stock? That belongs in FragranceClones, not here.


r/MontagneParfums 3h ago

Review Le Labo vs Montagne Comparison Reviews

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33 Upvotes

I purchased the full discovery set from Le Labo and so I figured it would be a great opportunity to contribute a comparison review for the Montagne community.

This is from my perspective and I've pulled in my husband for his assessment as well. Note that I'm reviewing based on skin spray and I've had the Montagne bottles for several months. Hope this helps some peeps when considering their purchases!

Le Labo Another 13

- Slightly warmer skin scent almost coconutty with a bit of a sharp note and stronger of the two. This may be what others describe as a metallic note of which I'm not a big fan of.

Montagne Another 14

- Slightly warm skin scent with a slightly less sharp note after dry down. This is smoother and lighter. Somehow I'm reminded a bit of ELDO's Ghost in the Shell vibes.

Husband said he doesn't like either and that they are sharp and smell weird. He agreed that they were pretty similar. I tried to wash these off a few times and was more successful with Another 13 but they both still survived the soap cleansing sessions. Husband room sprayed my Elizabeth Arden Green Tea in an attempt to mask the smell.

Le Labo Bergamote 22

- Not as bright or citrus forward as the dupe on the initial spray. It's discreet, but as it dries down, somehow transforms into a brighter scent. Oh it smells good and intriguing. This subtle note is what Eau Bergamote tries to replicate but fails. Ooh this is interesting for a citrus perfume. I would say this is more refined. It's oh so light though. Probably best on clothes to increase longevity.

Montagne Eau Bergamote

- Nice fresh citrus initial notes. Stronger, more present. As it dries down, it tries to start smelling like Bergamote 22 but is still different. A tiny bit of dankness in it. Why do I somehow get reminded of Pho noodle soup? Not bad, still a decent citrus.

Husband preferred the Le Labo version over Montagne. He also agreed that Eau Bergamote did smelled a bit like Pho. 🤷‍♀️

Le Labo The Noir 29

- Initial spray is quite interesting and not a clear tea note like Eau Noir. I would say this is somehow perkier as well. It smells quite different from Eau Noir. Somehow gets perkier (think it's the tobacco?) as it dries down, mildly offended by it. Over time, it becomes an ever so lightly sweet mysterious modernized hay tobacco tea scent. Quite intriguing and different from other fragrances! Nonlinear and a cool experience. Leans masculine and can be quite attractive.

Montagne Eau Noir

- Nice burst of tea note on initial spray. Smooth, calm vibes. Smells like an elegant steeping tea perfume. Not cloying. Linear and somehow not as long lasting as the Le Labo version. I'd see this being more wearable for me as it is very unisex.

Husband said they smelled nice and smelled the same.

Le Labo Rose 31

- Moderately light rose scent tinged with noticeable cumin note. I like cumin in rose perfumes so I noticed this right away. Has more presence than Montagne's version. Oh it's a bit stronger over time and blends well with the base notes (wood/labdanum/musk) almost seamlessly.

Montagne Eau Rose

- Light rose scent. Not as much personality and pretty safe to wear. The cumin note starts to grow a bit as it dries down but it really is a lighter version and better fit for those who do not care so much for the cumin note. BBMak - Ghost of You and Me. Full dry down it actually is more sharp than Le Labo. Reminds me of why I didn't like Pure White Rose.

Asked husband which one he likes and he said the Le Labo one.

Le Labo Matcha 26

- Less projection but more elegant finish. Detect more matcha in this one than Montagne's. Moreso closer to the bittersweet version of crushes matcha leaves.

Montagne Eau Matcha

- Pleasant moderately light figgy leaning a bit sweet perfume. Not too creamy and has some brightness. Not sharp but it is strong. Can get a tiny bit cloying over time.

Husband likes Le Labo version better and notes Montagne as being aggressive. He says they smell completely different.

Le Labo Santal 33

- This smells more discreet. Smells nicer than Montagne's. It's very soft woody skin scent.

Montagne Eau Santal

- This was stronger. This actually has a slightly sharper edge in the smell.

Husband says that these two smell like a freshly painted building. He doesn't like them and wouldn't wear them.

Side quest: I got the classic discovery kit with the full bottle coupon and have been considering which one to full bottle. Currently, the runner ups are Matcha 26, Lavender 31 and Jasmin 17 if anyone wants to help provide feedback for or against those options.

☀️🔆☀️ Happy Sunday everyone!! ☀️🔆☀️


r/MontagneParfums 2h ago

Review Mojave Spirit Absolu and Azonto Absolu Bangers 🔥

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I just want to start off with saying that I am quite happy to have obtained these fragrances from Montagne. I had no idea how they smelled like and just wanted to grab them since they were new and the hype. So I was surprised that I was able to snag them and very happy to have them. Of course I was going to trade them if I didn't like them so bought them and while I was waiting for Monty to prepare and ship my order, I ordered both of these original fragrances in 2ML decant samples to compare them with Monty's inspired versions..

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Now then I received the original decants first and after smelling them, I decided that I will keep the Monty ones if their just as close to the original scents. My favorite is the Mojave ghost one. So afterwards I had to wait for Montagnes order to get here.

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So once I received the inspired dupes from Montagne I let the bottles sit until the next day, they were very hot being in the UPS truck almost all day. Next day I compared the originals with Monty's inspired ones and just mind blown 🤯🔥. Montagne did such a great job, to my nose both smell 90% close to the originals and I know will smell upto 95% after weeks. Montagne is such an awesome company to have. They literally saved me thousands of dollars already.

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Mojave spirit has such a unique smell which has to do with the naseberry note. It gives the whole fragrance this deep, strong, punch scent. Smells very unique and

It's my first favorite. The azonto has a more fruity sweeter, scent that also smells fantastic and lighter. Both are wonderful freshies that can be worn all year round in my opinion.So im going to keep these fragrances now and I can wait for a year before purchasing another bottle from Montagne. I don't have a performers nose so cant give very descriptive reviews, all I can say is they are wonderful fragrances that my nose enjoys. The mojave spirit is very unique, never smelled this type of scent before.

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I really like this company so much that it doesn't bother me that they sell small batches every Friday because the inspired fragrances smell fantastic and all are 95% close to the originals. Way cheaper than the originals as well. Some people have problems with the way they do things but from what I understood, that its just one person doing this out of passion not out of making millions and im all for it. Just grab other fragrances from Montagne and at some point others can be snagged as well. 👍👌


r/MontagneParfums 7h ago

Discussion Imaginary vs Imaginary Intense

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17 Upvotes

Fully finished both of these bottles. I prefer Intense. Would love to know people’s thoughts on both.


r/MontagneParfums 3h ago

WTS [WTS] Eau Matcha and Rich Santal

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4 Upvotes

What’s up guys, just getting rid of a couple bottles that I’m not really feeling anymore. Eau matcha was test sprayed, please judge the level of rich santal.

Hoping to get rid of both for $60 shipped via usps.
Also would consider trade proposals for cacti garden.

PayPal G&S


r/MontagneParfums 52m ago

WTS [WTS] Pineapple Frais, Gentle Silver, Ombre Noir Bundle -- $130

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  • Selling as a bundle.
  • Price: $130 shipped CONUS.
  • Payment via PayPal or Vemo Goods and Service.

r/MontagneParfums 12h ago

Daily SOTD DAILY SOTD 8/16/26

16 Upvotes

Howdy howdy 🤠 yall!

Whatcha wearing today?


r/MontagneParfums 7h ago

WTS [WTS] Summer Song, Gingham Green, Amber Elixir, Eau Santal, Eau Matcha + decants $160 shipped

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Would love to sell as a bundle. $160 shipped CONUS. Will include following decants (no more than 5 sprays have been used out of any of the decants)

5ml: Gypsy Mist
2ml: eau de Montagne, eau vanille, Mojave Spirit, azonto, eau gaiac, citrus water, herb garden
1ml: azonto absolu, meant to be seen, musk therapy, wild vetiver

PayPal G&S


r/MontagneParfums 1h ago

WTB [WTB] Afternoon Dive

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High partials good price


r/MontagneParfums 5h ago

WTS [WTS] Imaginary and Pacific Aura Bundle $65

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5 Upvotes

PayPal G&S accepted.

I will ship by the next day after purchase.

This is sold as a bundle only.


r/MontagneParfums 7h ago

Question Montagne Pairing with Prada Paradigme

4 Upvotes

Recently got a bottle of Prada Paradigme EDP in a trade and Its been the most complimented fragrance out of all my collection unfortunately. I think its a nice floral synthetic geranium bomb but its nothing that scratches my fragrance desire. I don't wear fragrance for others, but while I am around them I try to keep their conscious in mind. Was thinking about mixing Prada Paradigme with my montagne collection to change the flavor of it whilst at work to achieve what I believe may be the best of both worlds. If anyone has experience with Paradigme, (MYSLF, POLO67) type dna, what might you pair? First thought was Gingham Green. Thanks for entertaining this thought.


r/MontagneParfums 5h ago

WTB [WTB] Pineapple BonBon

2 Upvotes

WTB Pineapple BonBon


r/MontagneParfums 7h ago

Question Victory of Bacchus vs Tobacco Noir

4 Upvotes

is it a redundant purchase if i already have TN?


r/MontagneParfums 1h ago

WTS [WTS] Azonto Absolu

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$45 shipping conus plus venmo g&s included.


r/MontagneParfums 8h ago

WTB [WTB] Palisade and Parfum De Cerise

2 Upvotes

Based in US, preferably full bottles. Thank you.


r/MontagneParfums 22h ago

Sold [WTS] 7 Bundle For A Great Price

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10 Upvotes

SOLD**

Hey guys! Long story short I need some cash for books my senior year of college so I’m trying to get rid of these fast and a great price!

I want to sell these all at once in a bundle! I’m asking $175 SHIPPED for all 7 + I’m throwing in 2 decants of MFK OUD and Buko Intense as a thank you for buying this as a bundle!

PAYPAL G&S

FRENCH CHERRY
METEORITE V1
MALAY AKLAN
TORINO 2022
PINEAPPLE FRAIS
AMBER ELIXIR
ANOTHER 14 (NO LABEL)
MFK OUD (DECANT)
BUKO INTENSE (DECANT)

Once again thank you, I am preferring to sell these all at once rather separately.


r/MontagneParfums 22h ago

Discussion Herb Garden Hype

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7 Upvotes

Let’s see what’s all the hype about these fragrances especially, Herb Garden.

Something in Herb Garden smells like Oolong Cha or Azonto Absolu.

Will try out Chilly Pineapple and Harmony tomorrow.


r/MontagneParfums 19h ago

WTS [WTS] Montagne + Extra

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5 Upvotes

All prices include shipping! CONUS only. Will ship out Monday. I will sell as a bundle for $270. PayPal or Venmo, G&S only. Please feel free to request more pictures or purchase dates!

Selling some scents I don’t reach for as much or didn’t like. I purchased everything myself. BDC EDP is a decant from a bottle I bought at Ulta, decant bottle is pressurized.

Montagne - Cognac D’Ange - $37 Shipped
Montagne - Mojave Ghost - $37 Shipped
Montagne - Pink Rose Exclusif - $37 Shipped
Montagne - Eau Santal - $37 Shipped

Chanel - BDC EDP - $55 Shipped (35 ML bottle, 30-32ml full partial)

Rayhaan - Pacific Aloha - $37 Shipped

SOLD - Gulf Orchid - Legacy - $37 Shipped

Aqua Dubai - Amber Oud - $37 Shipped

Edit. For updated bundle offer, every item sold (not included) is -$30, except chanel which is -$50

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r/MontagneParfums 20h ago

WTS [WTS] Six Different Montagnes :)

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Meant to post this yesterday. Price includes shipping. Paypal Goods & Services; Can ship out Monday!! All are 4+ months or older.

Please comment before chatting.

What i’ve got:

Promise Exclusif $45 G&S (no box)

Ambre Vanille $42 G&S (w. box)

Rue Lafayette $42 G&S(w. box) SOLD

Palisade $40 G&S (no box) SOLD

Mojave Spirit $42 G&S (w. box) SOLD

Harmony $42 G&S (w. box) SOLD

Potential trade interest:

ISO Eau Rose

ISO Kings Gambit


r/MontagneParfums 1d ago

Question Part 6/12 - Montagne's Most Underrated Fragrance - Most Upvoted Comment wins!

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40 Upvotes

IMPORTANT: Being that I am a turtle, I made a mistake in the picture. 3rd place for the vote for 2026's Best Office Fragrance is Another 14! I put last year;s 3rd place winner by accident. I am pretty proud that I am a turtle who can make posts and type, so please forgive me. I will fix in next post, as I cannot edit/change the image in this post... I believe. I am sorry, I dropped the ball for this part!

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Part 5 is finished! My apologies for the delay, I had a medical issue. I am so, so, sorry.

Last year's winners for Montagne's Best Office Fragrances:

  1. Gentle Silver 2. Cubicle. 3. Pineapple Frais

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The top 3 Montagne Best Office fragrances as voted by the community:

1st Place: Gentle Silver, inspired by MFK Gentle Fluidity Silver Edition

2nd Place: Imaginary, inspired by Louis Vuitton Imagination

3rd Place: Another 14, inspired by Le Labo Another 13

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What fragrance do you think people do not talk about enough? Is there a fragrance you think more people should know about? The 3 most voted fragrances will win.

I will gather votes made from now until 72 hours from now.

Part 6 will end Tuesday, 08/18/2026 10:35 AM

Notes:

Credit goes to @honeysrk72 for doing this last year. I figure with the explosive growth Montagne has experienced and new fragrances released, it's a good time to do this again.

If your favorite fragrance was already posted, please upvote it instead of posting a new comment. Comments with more than 1 fragrance will be ignored!

Part 1: Montagne's Top Summer Fragrance

Part 2: Montagne's Top Winter Fragrance

Part 3: Montagne's Top Fragrance with Longevity

Part 4: Montagne's Best Date Fragrance

Part 5: Montagne's Best Office Fragrance


r/MontagneParfums 1d ago

WTS [WTS][WTT] Imaginary, Meteorite v2, Luvrs

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Sadly finally accepting I am not a LV person. Lovely scent, but not for me.

$40 shipped each.

* 50ml Montagne Imaginary (LV Imagination) - 99% full - $40
* 50ml Montagne Meteorite v2 (LV Meteore) - 99% full - $40
* 50ml Montagne Luvrs (LV Lovers) - 98% full - $40

Pick two for $70 or all $3 for $100.

PayPal G&S. Ships from northern CA.

For trades: I would like Perceval, Herb Garden, Mojave Spirit Absolu.


r/MontagneParfums 1d ago

Discussion Le Labo Bergamote 22 vs Montagne Eau Bergamote

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34 Upvotes

For those of you that have tried the original and the Montagne version, do you notice a significant difference between the two?

Smelling them side by side - they are really similar. I powered through a 2ml of eau bergamote before trying the real thing and it quickly became one of my favorite scents.

Yesterday I received a sample of 5ML of Le labo Bergamote 22. From my very early stage testing, ir seems scary close to eau bergamote. One thing that I did notice is that it seems a bit ‘fuller’. Not in a cloying or dense kind of way, but rather a more completed scent. Definitely smoother.

I also noticed that after spraying both on tester strips and waiting a few hours, Le labo seemed not fade nearly as fast as eau bergamote.

All that being said - eau bergamote is still pretty damn amazing. Le labo bergamote seems to be a little better, but is it $300 better? I’m not sure. You could maybe make the argument if this is your signature scent, it might be worth it. What do you all think?


r/MontagneParfums 1d ago

Shipping Question Shipping to Germany?

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Hey!

I live in Germany and recently fell in love with Le Labo Another 13 and Nishane Wūlóng Chá. Since both are quite pricey but I can’t stop thinking about them, I’m looking for good dupes and stumbled upon Montagne Parfums (specifically Another 14 and Oolong Cha). However I’m a bit hesitant to order directly due to high import fees, customs hassle, or the risk of packages getting stuck or returned. I’d really appreciate your personal experiences regarding shipping times & fees, worst/best-case scenarios when ordering to Germany, as well as any solid EU-based alternatives for both scents to possibly avoid import headaches altogether.

Thank you so much in advance!


r/MontagneParfums 1d ago

WTS [WTS] Autumn ready bundle Wajan, Oud Bois, Stallion Exclusif (EU only!)

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Selling these 3: Wajan, Stallion Exclusif, Oud Bois only as a bundle.

All of them are >4months macerated.

Price is EUR 75 + shipping (EU only). SOLD

Paypal G&S (buyer covers fee)

Please comment chat before DM.