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MEMO Paris

Ilha Do Mel

Name: Ilha Do Mel
Brand: MEMO Paris
Price: 340.00 $
Availability: InStock

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$340

Description

Transport to the sun-kissed shores of Brazil's Ilha do Mel with this lush Eau de Parfum, where vibrant juniper berry and bergamot mingle with creamy gardenia in a sparkling top. The heart blooms into a narcotic bouquet of jasmine absolute, narcissus absolute, and broom absolute, grounded by earthy cypriol for depth. Vanilla bean extract and benzoin resinoid weave a soft, honey-suggestive warmth in the base, laced with powdery iris concrete for an elegant, lingering finish. This honeyed white-floral evokes tropical paradise and sensual abandon.

Scent Profile

Floral

White Floral

Powdery

Vanilla

Balsamic

Woody

Notes

Top Notes

Juniper Berry Essence

Bergamot

Gardenia

Middle Notes

Cypriol Essence

Jasmine Absolute

Narcisse Absolute

Broom Absolute

Base Notes

Vanilla Bean Extract

Benzoin Resinoid

Iris Concrete

About MEMO Paris

Memo Paris is a luxury niche fragrance house founded in 2007 by Clara and John Molloy, built around the idea of perfume as a journey and a vehicle for memory. The brand creates olfactory 'travel notes' inspired by magical destinations and high-quality natural ingredients, with signature collections like Cuirs Nomades that explore leather accords and other evocative notes through specific places. Its style is sophisticated, long-lasting and narrative-driven, appealing to perfume lovers who seek distinctive, story-rich scents that connect travel, emotion and identity.

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Perfumer

Aliénor Massenet

Chic and eccentric, Alienor Massenet grew up within a family anchored in tradition. She’s proud of her legacy, but she’s also a liberated perfumer who has no trouble expressing her boundless creativity. Being a dreamy “girl from a good family”, Alienor Massenet shaped her personality as experiences went by, from an English boarding school to the streets of New York. Her freedom is as sacred to her as her roots. Her personality is reflected in her perfumes, which embrace contrasts or unexpected alliances. She also values the opinion of her peers and likes to build lasting relationships with her collaborators. This benevolence towards others is reflected in her commitments. Whenever her work schedule allows it, Alienor runs olfactory workshops for people who have suffered life incidents. At Symrise since 2016, and despite claiming to not have received a chemistry training, this perfumer is mad about molecules and captives, while also being fascinated by new technologies.

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Reviews

4.9

Excellent31 reviews

MEMO

4.9/5 • 31 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers rave about Ilha Do Mel as a heavenly, luxurious tropical floral with exceptional elegance and addictive sweetness. Many highlight its creamy white florals and honeyed warmth that evoke paradise. Performance earns praise for smooth longevity, though some note it shines best in moderation.

Pros

Performance excellence: Reviewers commend its strong sillage and all-day longevity, with the vanilla-benzoin base ensuring it lingers beautifully on skin

Versatile appeal: Perfect for warm weather, evenings out, or romantic occasions, blending tropical vibrancy with sophisticated wearability

Quality composition: Praised for the masterful blend of lush white florals and subtle honeyed sweetness using premium absolutes and essences

Cons

Specific limitation: Can feel slightly overpowering if oversprayed due to potent florals and balsamic depth

Situational drawback: Less ideal in very cold weather where its airy tropical character may fade quickly

Comparisons

Similar to Tom Ford Bitter Peach: Shares juicy fruit-floral sweetness but with more prominent white florals and less peach dominance

Reminds reviewers of Serge Lutens Fleurs d'Oranger: Evokes intense narcotic jasmine but adds earthier cypriol and vanillic warmth for a softer profile