Memo Paris 2012 EDP

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Quartier Latin

by Aliénor Massenet

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Memo Paris Quartier Latin is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Aliénor Massenet. Quartier Latin opens with Cardamom, Clove, and Peach, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Tonka Bean. Memo Paris's Quartier Latin carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and distinctive, Quartier Latin is a love-it-or-hate-it woody amber with a surprising sweetness. Some find it a masterpiece of creamy woods; others, a synthetic mess. Proceed with caution.
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  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
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Quartier Latin 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 Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate projection make it a better fit for cooler weather and intimate settings like dates or casual outings. While some find it subtle enough for the office, its distinct character might be too prominent for some work environments.

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

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Quartier Latin opens with a warm, spicy embrace of cardamom and clove, softened by a fleeting, delicate peach. The heart introduces a gentle floral bouquet of rose, jasmine, and violet, subtly sweetening the composition before receding to reveal the true star: a rich, milky blend of sandalwood and cedar. This woody core is grounded by deep amber and a hint of vanilla-like tonka bean, creating a smooth, comforting, yet often debated finish.

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