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Memoir Woman(2010)

At a glance

Amouage Memoir Woman is a sophisticated, dark chypre that opens with a sharp, herbal bite of wormwood and cardamom before settling into an incense‑rich heart of clove, jasmine, and white florals.

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Brand

Amouage

Launched

2010

Amouage Memoir Woman is a sophisticated, dark chypre that opens with a sharp, herbal bite of wormwood and cardamom before settling into an incense‑rich heart of clove, jasmine, and white florals. The dry‑down is a smoky, leathery embrace of labdanum, castoreum, and musk, balanced by resinous styrax and oak moss for a velvety, lingering finish. Its complex, opulent profile makes it a standout scent for cool weather and formal occasions.

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