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Memories London Eau de Parfum bottle Memories London EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
- Year 2012
£ Price Tier ££
Black XS L'Exces for Him Eau de Toilette bottle Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Memories London EDP
A solid, approachable masculine scent that's a bit of a crowd-pleaser and performs like a beast. Its blend of fresh and warm notes makes it incredibly versatile, even if it won't be breaking any new ground.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT
A divisive, pineapple-heavy flanker that split opinion. Some rave about its sweet, fresh, and dirty pineapple vibe, praising its beastly performance, while others find it too synthetic, cloying, and short-lived. Definitely a love-it-or-hate-it scent.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Memories London EDP
Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 29% vs 59%
Only in Memories London
Grapefruit 42% Melon 29%
Only in Black XS L'Exces for Him
Lavender 41%
Shared Notes
Only in Black XS L'Exces for Him
Sea Water 40%
Shared Notes
Amber 43% vs 51%
Only in Memories London
Vetiver 35% Tonka Bean 22%
Only in Black XS L'Exces for Him
Patchouli 49%

Accords

Memories London Black XS L'Exces for Him
100%
Citrus
100%
83%
Woody
99%
81%
Amber
88%
72%
Earthy
84%
61%
Patchouli
83%
74%
Aromatic
82%
77%
Leather
Lavender
71%
63%
Animalic
47%
Warm Spicy
57%
Marine
54%
Balsamic
46%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
83%
99%
Amber shared
81%
88%
Earthy shared
72%
84%
Patchouli shared
61%
83%
Aromatic shared
74%
82%
77%
71%
63%
Warm Spicy shared
47%
57%
54%
46%

Performance

Memories London Black XS L'Exces for Him
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Memories London

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring Autumn Winter

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Given its strong projection and longevity, it might be a bit much for an intimate office setting, though the fresh opening makes it adaptable. Its versatility and crowd-pleasing nature make it a fantastic choice for casual outings and dates, while the amber-leather base lends enough sophistication for formal events. It's too robust for activewear.

Black XS L'Exces for Him

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its bold and sweet profile, often described as a 'beast' in projection and longevity by fans, makes it unsuitable for professional settings. However, its 'sexy and juicy' appeal, often mentioned by reviewers, makes it a strong contender for date nights and casual outings, especially clubbing.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Memories London EDP
Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT
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