Fragrance House

About Memo Perfumes

Memo Paris is a luxury fragrance house founded by Clara and John Molloy in 2007. Known for its travel-inspired scents, Memo captures the essence of destinations around the world.

The Story

The Story Behind Memo Fragrance House

Founded in 2007 by Clara and John Molloy, Memo Paris is a luxury fragrance house that imagines perfume as a journey. With roots in both Ireland and France, the brand is built on the philosophy that 'the journey is the destination.' This vision is reflected in their unique approach to scent creation, which draws inspiration from the places they have visited and loved.

A Journey Through Scent

Founded

2007

Founder

Clara Molloy and John Molloy

First Fragrance

Lalibela — 2008

Perfume Legacy

Iconic Fragrances of Memo

Memo Paris is renowned for its iconic fragrances that capture the spirit of travel and adventure. Among these, African Leather and Marfa stand out for their unique compositions and cultural significance. Each scent tells a story, transporting the wearer to distant lands and evoking vivid memories of place and time.

2015

African Leather

A beautiful dry, spicy, and ambery leather scent that evokes the warmth and richness of the African continent.

2016

Marfa

Inspired by the Texan desert, this fragrance blends tuberose with orange blossom, capturing the essence of a mysterious and artistic landscape.

2008

Lalibela

Named after the Ethiopian city, this scent combines rose, patchouli, and incense, reflecting the spiritual and historical significance of its namesake.

Olfactory DNA

The Olfactory Signature of Memo

Memo Paris is known for its diverse olfactory style, which often includes leather, floral, and spicy notes. These elements combine to create fragrances that are both evocative and transportive, reflecting the brand's travel-inspired ethos.

Signature Profile — out of 10

Leather
9
Floral
8
Spicy
7
Woody
6

House Character

Memo Paris embodies a creative philosophy that views fragrance as a journey, capturing the essence of destinations through olfactory storytelling.

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Memo-Inspired Fragrances

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Africa Town Leather — African Leather Alternative Perfume
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La Libella — Lalibela Alternative Perfume
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La Libella — Lalibela Alternative Perfume
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Flam — Memo Flam Alternative Perfume
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Winter Place — Winter Palace Alternative Perfume
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France Town Leather — French Leather Alternative Perfume
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Irish Leather — Memo Irish Leather Alternative Perfume
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Irish Leather — Memo Irish Leather Alternative Perfume
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Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Memo Paris was founded by Clara Molloy and her husband John Molloy in 2007. The brand is known for its unique approach to fragrance, inspired by the couple's travels.

Memo Paris is built on the philosophy that 'the journey is the destination.' This concept is reflected in their fragrances, which are inspired by the places Clara and John Molloy have visited.

The first fragrance released by Memo Paris was Lalibela in 2008. It is named after the Ethiopian city and features notes of rose, patchouli, and incense.

Memo Paris fragrances are unique due to their travel-inspired compositions. Each scent captures the essence of a specific destination, offering an olfactory journey through different cultures and landscapes.

Some iconic Memo Paris fragrances include African Leather, Marfa, and Lalibela. Each of these scents is known for its distinctive composition and cultural inspiration.

Memo Paris incorporates travel into their fragrances by drawing inspiration from the places Clara and John Molloy have visited. Each scent is designed to evoke the spirit and essence of these destinations.

The olfactory style of Memo Paris often includes leather, floral, and spicy notes. These elements combine to create fragrances that are evocative and transportive.

Memo Paris is a luxury fragrance house with roots in both Ireland and France. The brand was founded by Clara and John Molloy, who bring their diverse backgrounds to their fragrance creations.

The creation of Memo Paris was inspired by Clara and John Molloy's love for travel and their desire to capture the essence of their journeys through fragrance.

Memo Paris views fragrance creation as a journey, with each scent telling a story of a specific place. This approach allows them to create unique and evocative fragrances.

Clara Molloy is a co-founder of Memo Paris and plays a significant role in the creative direction of the brand. Her background in poetry and publishing influences the storytelling aspect of their fragrances.

The name 'Memo' reflects the brand's philosophy of capturing memories through scent. Each fragrance is designed to evoke the essence of a place, preserving its memory in olfactory form.