Memo Paris 2019 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Oriental Leather

by Aliénor Massenet

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Memo Paris Oriental Leather is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Aliénor Massenet. Oriental Leather opens with Pimento Leaf, Raspberry, and Lemon Verbena, settles into a heart of Lavender, Geranium, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Leather, Patchouli, and Frankincense. Memo Paris's Oriental Leather carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one is a divisive marvel, a true love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect surprises, as it often smells nothing like its name, delivering a sweet heat and creamy blend that can be captivating or utterly perplexing. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sample before you commit.
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Oriental 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it unsuitable for the office, where subtlety is key. However, its distinctive, warm spicy character makes it excellent for dates or formal evening events, leaving a memorable sillage. It's often described as a 'grown-up' scent, ill-suited for casual wear or sporty activities.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

Oriental Leather opens with a curious, almost bubblegum-like sweetness from raspberry and pimento leaf, balanced by a sharp hint of lemon verbena. As it settles, warm cinnamon and aromatic lavender emerge, softened by geranium. The base unfurls into a soft, spiced leather, underpinned by earthy patchouli and balsamic frankincense, creating a smooth, enduring aura.

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