Velvet Amber
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2007 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Lalibela
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A creamy white-floral amber with neroli, jasmine, tonka, and patchouli depth - widely positioned as the £10 M&S take on Mugler Alien. Sensual evening territory at high-street pricing.
Lalibela by Memo Paris is a deeply polarising one. Some adore its creamy, sophisticated floral-gourmand sweetness, finding it addictive and elegant. Others find it dated, cloying, even plastic-like - a true love-it-or-hate-it scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 2% |
| Floral | 43% | 45% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 8% | 9% |
| Sweet | 31% | 31% |
| Warm | 10% | 4% |
| Woody | 8% | 5% |
| Earthy | 12% | 10% |
| Animalic | 6% | 13% |
| Fresh | 11% | 10% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The plush amber, tonka, and white floral heart land their warmest in fall and winter when the resinous depth carries on cold air. Spring works on cool evenings; high summer feels heavy.
Occasions
Moderate sillage and a warm amber-floral character lean evening and date wear; office is possible if applied lightly. Too sensual and projecting for sport, too soft for high-formal.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and vanilla sweetness, it’s a bit much for the office. However, its sophisticated and sensual character makes it ideal for dates and formal events. While some find it too much, many reviews highlight its long-lasting nature and elegant appeal, making it versatile for many non-casual settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Floral accords and Jasmine, Orange Blossom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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