Memo Paris 2007 EDP

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Lalibela

by Aliénor Massenet

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Memo Paris Lalibela is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007, created by Aliénor Massenet. Lalibela opens with Green Notes, Jasmine, and Freesia, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, and Heliotrope, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Memo Paris's Lalibela carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

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.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Cozy
Lalibela Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Green Notes25%

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
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

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.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Lalibela opens with a rush of bright jasmine and fresh green notes, quickly softened by freesia's gentle powderiness. The heart unfolds into a rich bouquet of creamy white florals - heady ylang-ylang and sweet orange blossom, grounded by a subtle rose and powdery heliotrope. It settles into a warm, inviting base of balmy vanilla, earthy patchouli, and a soft, enveloping musk, creating a sophisticated floral with a gourmandish edge.

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Where to buy

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