Question 1

What's the difference between OLD STORY and Explorer?

Accepted Answer

OLD STORY is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from YAFOOOH (2022) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Explorer is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Montblanc (2019) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Amber, Woody, Aromatic, Oud.

Question 2

Which is better, OLD STORY or Explorer?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, OLD STORY scores 4.43/5 vs Explorer at 4.24/5. Explorer's standout strength: Better value than Aventus at fraction of the price. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do OLD STORY and Explorer smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Woody, Aromatic, Oud, Bergamot. Explorer: La comunità di r/fragrance considera Montblanc Explorer un'alternativa solida e conveniente che condivide il DNA degli agrumi freschi di Aventus ma è decisamente diversa, in particolare nella fase di asciugatura.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, OLD STORY or Explorer?

Accepted Answer

Explorer: Good longevity and projection for daily wear Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits OLD STORY vs Explorer?

Accepted Answer

OLD STORY scores highest for winter wear; Explorer scores highest for spring wear. OLD STORY leans evening, Explorer leans daytime.

OLD STORY vs Explorer

Riepilogo del confronto

Note in comune (2)

Esclusive di OLD STORY (16)

Esclusive di Explorer (7)

Accordi in comune (4)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — Explorer

Positivo

Negativo

Attributo	OLD STORY	Explorer
Marchio	YAFOOOH	Montblanc
Anno	2022	2019
Valutazione	4.43	4.24
Concentrazione	—	—
Genere	feminine	masculine
Note totali	19	9