Amouage 2010 EDP

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Memoir Man

by Karine Vinchon-Spehner

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Amouage Memoir Man is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Karine Vinchon-Spehner. Memoir Man opens with Basil, Mint, and Wormwood, settles into a heart of Rose, Lavender, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Sandalwood. Amouage's Memoir Man carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

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.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Warm
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Memoir Man Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

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.

Ingredients and allergens

Alcohol Denat, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Isoeugenol, Coumarin, Eugenol, Citronellol, Geraniol

From a shop in the EU. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

This is a journey into a shadowy, verdant realm. It opens with an almost medicinal, bitter blast of wormwood and mint, quickly followed by the aromatic freshness of basil. As it settles, a smoky incense emerges, weaving through a sophisticated leather and tobacco base, rounded out by creamy sandalwood and earthy vetiver. It's complex, evolving from sharp greenness to a rich, dark warmth.

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