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Memo Paris Ocean Leather
Memo Paris

Ocean Leather

aromatic
fresh spicy
citrus
herbal
woody
green
leather
2020 · unisex

Memo Paris is a French niche house founded in 2007 by designer Clara Molloy, known for creating travel-inspired fragrances that blend literary references with olfactory storytelling. The brand emphasizes craftsmanship and distinctive compositions that avoid mainstream trends.

Ocean Leather opens with bright basil and mandarin orange, given herbal and citrus freshness with a touch of violet. The heart develops around cedar and elemi resin, where sage adds an aromatic, slightly medicinal quality that anchors the composition. The base reveals the fragrance's namesake leather note, complemented by nutmeg warmth and vetiver's earthy depth, creating a dry, sophisticated finish that balances the initial brightness with tactile richness.

This is a thoughtfully constructed fragrance for anyone seeking something beyond typical aquatic or citrus freshness. It works best in cooler months and professional settings where its woody-aromatic character and leather undertone convey understated confidence. Ocean Leather appeals to those drawn to The Aristocrat, The Sensualist, and The Tactician sensibilities, balancing natural ingredients with refined restraint.

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Main Accordsreported by community
aromatic
100%
fresh spicy
75%
citrus
75%
herbal
50%
woody
50%
green
50%
leather
50%
violet
50%
powdery
50%
soft spicy
50%
Fragrance Notescommunity verified
Top · 0–30 min
Basil
Basil
Sweet, spicy, and vividly herbal, basil has a green freshness with slightly anise-like and peppery facets that make it more complex than most culinary herbs. In perfumery it adds a lively, Mediterranean quality and pairs beautifully with citrus and woody notes. An underused note that rewards those who seek it out.
Mandarin Orange
Mandarin Orange
Violet
Violet
Sweet, powdery, and faintly green, violet sits between floral and earthy in a way that feels distinctly old-world glamorous. The leaf and the flower smell quite different: the flower is sugary and delicate, while violet leaf is fresh and slightly vegetal. Together they create a note that feels both nostalgic and current.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Cedar
Cedar
Elemi
Elemi
Light, piney, and slightly citrusy resin from the Philippines, elemi is frankincense's more approachable, transparent cousin. It has a fresh, almost lemony sharpness alongside its resinous warmth, making it useful in both fresh and oriental compositions. A bridge between sharp and deep, fresh and warm.
Sage
Sage
Earthy, slightly smoky, and herbal with a cool, clean quality that is distinctly aromatic. Sage can read as savory and culinary or as a clean, ceremonial smoke depending on how it's used. It adds a dry, confident quality to fragrances, often used in masculine compositions for its outdoor, no-fuss character.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Leather
Leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
Nutmeg
Nutmeg
Warm, woody, and softly spiced with a slight sweetness that makes it gentler than clove or pepper. Nutmeg adds a quiet, autumnal warmth to fragrances without sharpness. It blends seamlessly into woody and oriental bases, acting more as a supporting character than a lead note.
Vetiver
Vetiver
Earthy, smoky, and complex, vetiver root is extracted from a grass native to India and has a scent that is simultaneously rooty, woody, and slightly lemony. It's one of perfumery's great base notes: tenacious, unisex, and endlessly adaptable. A fragrance built around vetiver feels grounded and deeply confident.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The AristocratBest match91% match
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.

Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.

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The Sensualist86% match
You fill the room without trying.

Warm, smooth, projecting. Leather, tobacco, dry amber, bold woods.

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The Tactician84% match
Precision over excess. Always.

Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.

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The Aristocrat
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.
Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.
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Scent Profile
aromatic100%
fresh spicy75%
citrus75%
herbal50%
woody50%
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Memo Paris Ocean Leather— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Ocean Leather is $238.99. Without a coupon the lowest price is $238.99. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

Are grey market retailers authentic?

Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Memo Paris fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for Memo Paris Ocean Leather? +
$238.99 at FragranceNet. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
Is $238.99 a good price for Ocean Leather? +
Yes. The current best price is $238.99 and MSRP is $340.00. At $238.99 you save 30% vs retail.
What does Memo Paris Ocean Leather smell like? +
Memo Paris is a French niche house founded in 2007 by designer Clara Molloy, known for creating travel-inspired fragrances that blend literary references with olfactory storytelling. The brand emphasizes craftsmanship and distinctive compositions that avoid mainstream trends. Ocean Leather opens with bright basil and mandarin orange, given herbal and citrus freshness with a touch of violet. The heart develops around cedar and elemi resin, where sage adds an aromatic, slightly medicinal quality that anchors the composition. The base reveals the fragrance's namesake leather note, complemented by nutmeg warmth and vetiver's earthy depth, creating a dry, sophisticated finish that balances the initial brightness with tactile richness. This is a thoughtfully constructed fragrance for anyone seeking something beyond typical aquatic or citrus freshness. It works best in cooler months and professional settings where its woody-aromatic character and leather undertone convey understated confidence. Ocean Leather appeals to those drawn to The Aristocrat, The Sensualist, and The Tactician sensibilities, balancing natural ingredients with refined restraint.
What are the notes in Memo Paris Ocean Leather? +
Top: Basil, Mandarin Orange, Violet. Heart: Cedar, Elemi, Sage. Base: Leather, Nutmeg, Vetiver.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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