
Meliora
fruity up front, then soft spicy, settling into fresh.
About
Meliora by Parfums de Marly is a Floral Green fragrance for women. Meliora was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Nathalie Lorson. Top notes are Black Currant, Red Berries, Cassis, Raspberry and Orange Blossom; middle notes are Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Musk, Vanilla, Woody…
Nose: Nathalie Lorson
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Black Currant, Red Berries, Cassis, Raspberry, Orange Blossom
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Parfums de Marly picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Meliora smell like?
fruity up front, then soft spicy, settling into fresh. Dominant accords: fruity, soft spicy, fresh.
What notes are in Meliora?
Top: Black Currant, Red Berries, Cassis, Raspberry, Orange Blossom. Heart: Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley, Ylang-Ylang. Base: Musk, Vanilla, Woody Notes, Almond.
How long does Meliora last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Meliora loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Meliora best for?
Spring is the top pick (42%). Summer is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Meliora?
Day wear leads at 82%. Night is a secondary pick at 18%.
Is Meliora for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 84% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Meliora?
Composed by Nathalie Lorson. Released in 2013.
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