House of EM5 2023

Memoir

CitrusIndianMenEau de Parfum

Bursts open with bright Grapefruit, Lemon, Mint, and Pink Pepper mellowing into a crisp heart of Ginger, Nutmeg, Jasmine, and Iso E Super over a clean, refreshing base of Incense, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.

The bloodline

This bottle carries the Bleu de Chanel Eau de Toilette DNA. Shares 12 notes with the original.

grapefruitlemonmintpink peppergingernutmeg+6 more

Climate fit

Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with Bleu de Chanel Eau de Toilette by Chanel. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
monsoon
year-round
Wear for
day
everyday
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Memoir bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FreshCitrusWoodySpicyCamphoraceousFruityAmberBalsamic

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2023

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Memoir is widely considered inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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