Madurai (Bloomingdale's 150th Anniversary Exclusive)
“Madurai (Bloomingdale's 150th Anniversary Exclusive) by Memo Paris is a fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Still under the radar — a white floral, warm spicy composition with a fruity undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Madurai by Memo Paris, crafted by Gaël Montero and launched as a Bloomingdale's 150th Anniversary Exclusive in 2023, is a captivating blend of white florals and warm spices. The fragrance opens with the brightness of Sicilian bergamot and marigold, leading to a heart that balances Egyptian jasmine, Indian jasmine, and tuberose with a fruity peach note. The base layers of sandalwood and suede create a soft, powdery warmth that anchors the composition. This unisex scent is a celebration of rich floral notes combined with subtle earthy undertones.
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Application Tips
Apply this fragrance in light layers to allow its delicate balance of florals and spices to unfold. The fruity top notes are fleeting, so a second application after an hour can enhance the longevity. It pairs well with daytime activities where a touch of floral sophistication is desired.
Gaël Montero
Founding perfumer · 26 fragrances
Of French-Spanish heritage and raised in Madrid, Gaël Montero studied perfumery at Montpellier University and was mentored by perfumer Jordi Fernandez in Barcelona. After working as a Perfumer Assistant at Procter & Gamble, he joined Givaudan's Perfumery School in Paris, rising from lab assistant to junior perfumer, and now works as a perfumer for Memo Paris, based in Dubai.
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The story behind the bottle.
A sunlit garden at midday, where the scent of blooming flowers is punctuated by the subtle earthy notes of turmeric and sandalwood.
Fig. 01 — Madurai (Bloomingdale's 150th Anniversary Exclusive), Memo Paris
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