Memoir Man
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Carbone de Balmain
ScentArt
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 one's a divisive ghost of a perfume. You're either going to get a sophisticated, smoky resin masterpiece, or a very expensive pencil-shaving accord. Proceed with caution and don't blind-buy, even if it's discontinued.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 3% |
| Floral | 10% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 5% |
| Green | 25% | 24% |
| Sweet | 10% | 13% |
| Warm | 19% | 25% |
| Woody | 13% | 14% |
| Earthy | 16% | 13% |
| Animalic | 8% | 7% |
| Fresh | 19% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base 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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its blend of incense, pepper, and woody notes makes it more suited for evenings and cooler weather. While some find it discreet enough for office wear, its unique and occasionally bold character leans towards date nights and formal events, with strong sillage reports making it less ideal for close quarters.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords and Vetiver, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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