Sintra
citrus up front, then caramel, settling into sweet.
About
Sintra by Memo Paris is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Sintra was launched in 2020. The nose behind this fragrance is Philippe Paparella-Paris. Top notes are Petitgrain, Red Fruits and Bergamot; middle notes are Orange, Cinnamon and Rose; base notes are Caramel, Vanilla and Musk. "With Sintra,…
Nose: Philippe Paparella-Paris
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Memo Paris picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Sintra smell like?
citrus up front, then caramel, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: citrus, caramel, sweet.
What notes are in Sintra?
Top: Petitgrain, Red Fruits, Bergamot. Heart: Orange, Cinnamon, Rose. Base: Caramel, Vanilla, Musk.
How long does Sintra last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Sintra loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Sintra best for?
Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Sintra?
Day wear leads at 63%. Night is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Sintra for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 51% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Sintra?
Composed by Philippe Paparella-Paris. Released in 2020.
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