Melograno (Pomegranate)
woody up front, then mossy, settling into earthy.
About
Melograno (Pomegranate) by Santa Maria Novella is a Chypre fragrance for women and men. Melograno (Pomegranate) was launched in 1965. Top notes are Bergamot, Spices and Bitter Orange; middle notes are Pomegranate, Ylang-Ylang and Rose; base notes are Oakmoss, Labdanum, Patchouli and Musk. Melograno is a fragrance of pomegranate tartness…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Melograno (Pomegranate) smell like?
woody up front, then mossy, settling into earthy. Dominant accords: woody, mossy, earthy.
What notes are in Melograno (Pomegranate)?
Top: Bergamot, Spices, Bitter Orange. Heart: Pomegranate, Ylang-Ylang, Rose. Base: Oakmoss, Labdanum, Patchouli, Musk.
How long does Melograno (Pomegranate) last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Melograno (Pomegranate) loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Melograno (Pomegranate) best for?
Fall is the top pick (31%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Melograno (Pomegranate)?
Day wear leads at 65%. Night is a secondary pick at 35%.
Is Melograno (Pomegranate) for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 56% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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