Memo Russian Leather Eau de Parfum paints a crisp winter forest in scent, where aromatic greens meet a supple, understated leather. It opens with a cool snap of basil, lavender, pine, and mint, then sweeps into conifer and herb facets that feel bracing and elegant before settling into a creamy tonka and guaiac wood glow. The mood is frozen fougère with a refined leather accent that feels confident, modern, and quietly magnetic.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2016. Perfumer Aliénor Massenet.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Basil, Lavender, Pine, Mint, Rosemary
Heart: Clary sage, Coriander, Cedar needles, Leather
Base: Cypress, Guaiac wood, Patchouli, Tonka bean.
Story and Positioning
Part of Memo’s Cuirs Nomades collection, Russian Leather interprets leather through a northern lens, channeling the brand’s frozen fougère story of steppes, pine, and resilient fern. It suits wearers who enjoy green aromatic leathers and polished woods. If you like the conifer-tinted leather of Bottega Veneta Pour Homme, this walks a similarly spruce-lined path while remaining distinctly Memo. For an affordable alternative, Maison Alhambra Russe Leather is frequently cited as a take on this profile.
Bottle and Design
A tall rectangular flacon in deep lacquered black presents a golden crescent moon with a howling wolf, set over radiating lines that suggest cold night air. The front plaque feels like a travel postcard in metal sheen, the cylindrical cap is polished and substantial, and the weighted base gives a steady stand. The presentation box echoes a leather travel trunk with clean gold typography.
Country of Origin: Paris
Manufacturer: M/s MEMO International S.A
Address: 24 Rue Cambon, 75001 Paris, France
Country of Manufacture: France
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