Memo Paris Irish Leather EDP
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Scent Profile
Scent Pyramid
Performance
Best For
Scent Family
Performance ratings are based on a composite of community data, multiple fragrance databases, and Venba's internal assessments. Results vary by individual — skin chemistry, pH, body temperature, and application method all influence how a fragrance wears on you.
Description
Description
Irish Leather is the fragrance that launched Memo Paris's Cuirs Nomades collection in 2013: a green, windswept ode to the Irish countryside built by perfumer Aliénor Massenet around juniper berry, maté leaf, and a supple leather accord. Founded by Clara and John Molloy on the idea that a fragrance can carry the memory of a real place, Memo built its identity on scents tied to landscapes its founders have lived in and traveled through, and Irish Leather set the template. Fans of aromatic leathers often reach for it as a drier, greener alternative to classic leather chypres.
How It Differs From French Leather & Italian Leather
- Irish Leather (this one): green and aromatic, juniper, maté, and cedar. The driest, most outdoorsy of the three.
- French Leather: rose-and-suede, softer and closer to skin. The most polished of the trio.
- Italian Leather: warm and amber, tomato leaf, vanilla, and myrrh. The sweetest and most opulent.
All three share Memo's supple leather accord as a base, but the top and heart notes make them genuinely different fragrances, not the same juice in three bottles.
Scent Character
- Fresh: 33%
- Woody: 33%
- Floral: 11%
- Spicy: 11%
- Smoky Leather: 11%
Translation: a fresh, green woody core with just enough smoky leather at the edges. There's no agarwood in the notes, that accord is birch-tar and cedar doing leather duty, not oud.
Fragrance Pyramid
Top: Juniper Berry, Pink Pepper, Mandarin Orange
Heart: Maté Absolute, Orris Concrete, Clary Sage
Base: Leather, Cedarwood, Vetiver
Performance
- Longevity: varies noticeably by skin chemistry. Expect a solid 6–9 hours, with some wearers reporting well past 10 on fabric.
- Sillage: moderate-to-strong for the first 1–2 hours, then settles in close to the skin.
- Projection: 2–3 ft early on, arm's-length once it settles.
Best Occasions & Season
- Fall, Spring, and Winter, a shoulder-season fragrance
- Leisure and Evening wear
- Unisex
Skip for: peak summer heat, green aromatic leathers like this one read best in cooler air.
Concentration & Provenance
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Aliénor Massenet
House: Memo Paris, Cuirs Nomades collection
Launched: 2013, Paris, no reformulation on record
Try Before You Commit
Not ready to commit to a full bottle? A 1mL sample is $5.99, enough to test how the juniper-maté opening and leather drydown wear on your skin before sizing up.
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FAQ
Is Irish Leather for men or women?
Unisex. The green, leathery-aromatic profile wears well regardless of gender.
How long does it last?
Typically 6–9 hours on skin, longer on clothing. Skin chemistry causes real variation here.
Is there real oud or agarwood in it?
No. The smoky, leather-adjacent accord comes from birch tar and cedar, not agarwood.
How does it compare to French Leather and Italian Leather?
Irish is the driest and greenest, French is the softest and rosiest, Italian is the warmest and sweetest, three distinct fragrances built on the same leather-accord foundation.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Can I try Memo Paris Irish Leather EDP as a sample before buying a full bottle?
Yes — Memo Paris Irish Leather EDP is available as a sample starting from $5.99. Select the sample size on the product page or browse the Samples collection.
What is Venba's return policy for Memo Paris Irish Leather EDP?
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery, subject to our return policy. See the full policy for conditions and any fees, or contact our support team and we'll help.
How fast does Venba ship Memo Paris Irish Leather EDP?
Free standard shipping on orders of $100 or more. We currently ship within the continental US only, not internationally. Orders go out promptly on business days, and you'll get a tracking number as soon as yours is on its way.
