du Sud
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1996 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Mémoire du Temps
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive but timeless citrus aromatic, Eau du Sud is either a glorious, enduring summer chypre or a fleeting, masculine, slightly bitter disappointment. You'll either adore its natural, earthy charm or be left utterly cold. Test before you commit.
Mémoire du Temps is a solid, everyday scent for those who appreciate classic, clean compositions. It's not groundbreaking, but it doesn't need to be; it reliably delivers fresh sophistication without trying too hard.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 34% | 27% |
| Floral | 6% | 14% |
| Fruity | 4% | 3% |
| Green | 23% | 20% |
| Sweet | 4% | 5% |
| Warm | 1% | 2% |
| Woody | 14% | 16% |
| Earthy | 24% | 20% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 28% | 27% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and often discreet nature makes it excellent for the office or casual wear, especially in warm weather. While some find it office-appropriate, its often moderate sillage and 'classic' feel might not suit a modern date night, and it's too subtle for formal events, despite its underlying elegance. It can work for sport due to its refreshing quality, but isn't built for high performance.
Seasons
A citrus-aromatic chypre led by lemon, kumquat and sage over oakmoss and cedar - peak spring through early summer wear. Autumn works in milder weeks; winter loses the bright lift and the moss-cedar base alone reads understated.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and moderate profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, avoiding any cloying intensity. While versatile enough for some date or formal settings, it lacks the boldness for truly impactful evening wear and is a bit too composed for active sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Earthy accords and Oakmoss, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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