Genua
PaglieriEau de Parfum2016
Side by side
Genua vs. Memoir Man
Memoir Man projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Genua | Memoir Man | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2016 | 2010 |
| Gender | Unisex | Male |
| Perfumer | Henri Bergia, Eric Fracapane | Karine Vinchon-Spehner |
| Best season | Fall | — |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Genua
Woody
Aromatic
Amber
Fresh Spicy
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Citrus
Memoir Man
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Amber
Green
Smoky
Tobacco
Warm Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Black PepperLemonOlive Blossom
AbsintheMintBasil
Heart
MyrrhVetiverCedarBasil
FrankincenseLavenderRose
Base
SandalwoodPatchouliIncenseCypress
AmberGuaiac WoodLeatherMuskOakmossSandalwoodTobaccoVanillaVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Genua | Memoir Man | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
That bitter-fresh myrrh running through the whole arc is rare in mainstream perfumery. It's not a safe choice, but it is a memorable one. If the combination appeals, it's worth seeking out.Genua
Memoir Man opens like a dare. That absinthe, sharp, bitter, not for everyone. But the people who get it? They wear nothing else. The wormwood isn't a quirk. It's the whole point.Memoir Man