Memoir Man
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Potion
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Which Should You Buy?
Memoir Man is a deeply divisive blend of gothic green and smoky leather, with its once-legendary performance now a mere memory. Expect a unique, artistic scent that's either a mysterious masterpiece or a watery disappointment, depending on the batch and your luck.
This discontinued gem divides opinion sharply; some hail it as a masterpiece, a rich, spicy amber with a unique medicinal-boozy twist, while others lament its poor performance and a scent that reminds them of church or cough syrup. Love it or hate it, DSquared² Potion has fervent fans missing its unique charm.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 10% | 6% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 25% | 26% |
| Sweet | 10% | 14% |
| Warm | 19% | 31% |
| Woody | 13% | 13% |
| Earthy | 16% | 16% |
| Animalic | 8% | 8% |
| Fresh | 19% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its dark, smoky, and leathery profile leans into more intimate or formal settings. While not overpowering in newer batches, its unique and potent character makes it less suited for a typical office or sporty environment. It excels in cooler weather, making it ideal for evening dates or sophisticated gatherings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and amber profile, combined with generally low projection, makes it ideal for intimate settings like dates and adaptable to cooler formal events. It's too heavy for sport and most offices, though some find it office-appropriate due to its close-to-skin nature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Rose, Mint notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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