Memo Paris 2020 EDP

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Ocean Leather

by Aliénor Massenet

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Memo Paris Ocean Leather is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Aliénor Massenet. Ocean Leather opens with Mandarin, Violet, and Basil, settles into a heart of Cedar, Elemi, and Sage, and dries down to a base of Leather, Vetiver, and Nutmeg. Memo Paris's Ocean Leather carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive, an expensive 'niche designer' that offers a refined take on the classic freshie. Don't expect strong leather; this is all about the bright, salty, and subtly green aquatic experience. Worth the price if you appreciate the nuanced blend and aren't chasing beast mode.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
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Ocean Leather 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it highly office-safe and perfect for casual wear, especially in warmer weather. While it leans towards a 'daily driver' and is versatile, its refined character prevents it from being purely sporty or overly formal. Performance is noted as moderate to light, contributing to its suitability for close-quarters environments.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), BHT, DISODIUM EDTA, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CITRONELLOL, CITRAL, EUGENOL, GERANIOL.

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

Imagine the invigorating spray of the ocean against a backdrop of sun-drenched mandarin groves and a gentle breeze carrying the scent of fresh basil. This fragrance opens with a vibrant burst of citrus and aromatic greens, softening into a clean, woody heart of cedar and elemi. The dry down introduces a whisper of supple leather and earthy vetiver, deepened by a hint of nutmeg, evoking the subtle saltiness of sea-kissed skin rather than a traditional heavy leather.

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