Memoirs of a Geisha
FreshEau de Cologne2005
Side by side
Memoirs of a Geisha vs. Virgo
Memoirs of a Geisha wears longer on skin, while Virgo projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Memoirs of a Geisha | Virgo | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2005 | 2012 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Alexandra Balahoutis |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Memoirs of a Geisha
Citrus
Powdery
White Floral
Rose
Fruity
Woody
Iris
Musky
Virgo
Citrus
White Floral
Woody
Floral
Powdery
Earthy
Warm Spicy
Fresh
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotKumquatMandarin Orange
JasmineMandarin OrangeNeroli
Heart
JasmineRoseWhite PeachIris
RoseSandalwood
Base—
Palo SantoGuaiac WoodMitti Attar
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Memoirs of a Geisha | Virgo | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 2-4 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
Fresh made powdery work, and this is their most committed take. The iris doesn't whisper. It settles. If you've ever wanted a fragrance that smells like composure.Memoirs of a Geisha
This one earns attention through restraint, not volume. The neroli-led opening is bright, but it's the mitti attar, baked earth, warm mineral, that gives Virgo its backbone.Virgo