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Memo Paris 2016 EDP

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Russian Leather

by Aliénor Massenet

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Memo Paris Russian Leather is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Aliénor Massenet. Russian Leather settles into a heart of Cedar, Guaiac Wood, Cypress, and Pine, and dries down to a base of Leather and Patchouli. Memo Paris's Russian Leather carries a Statement verdict, a aromatic-led wear.

Don't be fooled by the name - this ain't your grandad's 'Russian Leather'. It's a 'frozen fougère' that captures a cold, piney forest wonderfully, but its subtle leather accord and barbershop vibe means it's not punching above its weight in the leather category. A divisive one, with performance niggles.
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Cool
Russian Leather Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its generally subdued performance and fresh, clean barbershop feel make it suitable for office and casual wear without being overpowering. The sophisticated, cool aura also works for informal dates, but it may lack the gravitas required for formal events and is too subtle for active sport.

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About

Imagine a brisk walk through a conifer forest after a fresh snowfall. The initial spray hits you with a blast of bracing pine and cypress, sharpened by cool mint and a medley of aromatic herbs like lavender and rosemary. As the chill subsides, earthy patchouli and guaiac wood emerge, underpinned by a soft, almost suede-like leather and the creamy warmth of tonka bean, delivering a refined, green-woody dry down.