Memo Paris 2023 EDP

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Inverness

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Memo Paris Inverness is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Inverness opens with Mate and Iris, settles into a heart of Amyris and Sandalwood, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Guaiac Wood. Memo Paris's Inverness carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A modern, cosy woody fragrance that leans into subtle smoky and earthy notes. It's often compared to Gris Charnel, but with a less sweet, more focused sandalwood-iris core. A creamy, smooth all-rounder that's a bit of a crowd-pleaser.
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Inverness Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Iris50%
Mate50%
Heartas listed
Amyris50%
Sandalwood50%
Baseas listed
Cedar50%
Guaiac Wood50%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its balanced, creamy woody profile and moderate projection make it versatile for most occasions, especially casual and date settings. While generally office-safe, its strong performance for some users means a lighter hand is needed to avoid overwhelming colleagues. It's too refined for an active sporty setting.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), LIMONENE, COUMARIN, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, LINALOOL, FARNESOL, CITRAL, ISOEUGENOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. 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

Inverness unveils a rich woody core, dominated by creamy sandalwood and sturdy cedar. A refined iris note adds a powdery softness, while mate tea introduces an earthy, slightly aromatic depth. Guaiac wood provides a subtle smokiness that weaves throughout, creating a luxurious and comforting embrace.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United States · · checked 27 October

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