Grapefruit
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1992 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Mémoire du Temps
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive hit-or-miss. Some rave about its fresh, invigorating citrus kick, while others find it too sharp, too masculine, or just not grapefruity enough. If you're after a pure, sweet grapefruit, look elsewhere. If a complex, aromatic citrus with an unexpected edge sounds good, maybe give it a sniff.
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 | 27% | 27% |
| Floral | 7% | 14% |
| Fruity | 6% | 3% |
| Green | 22% | 20% |
| Sweet | 7% | 5% |
| Warm | 3% | 2% |
| Woody | 16% | 16% |
| Earthy | 24% | 20% |
| Animalic | 1% | 0% |
| Fresh | 27% | 27% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, especially given its intimate sillage. However, the often-described masculine edge and lack of sweetness make it less ideal for dates or formal events where a more universally appealing or elegant scent might be preferred.
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, Woody accords and Oakmoss notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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