Megamare by Orto Parisi
Brand: Orto Parisi
Concentration: Parfum
What it smells like
A fiercely salty, mineralic oceanic fragrance with bracing citrus, windswept sea air, and deep aquatic darkness.
Is Megamare worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot and lemon, seaweed and calone at the heart, then dries down to musk and ambroxan.
Scent Score: 82/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 100, versatility 81, layerability 41 and value 85, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Aquatic · Marine
Parfum · Introduced 2019 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Lemon, Seaweed, Calone, Hedione, Musk
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Lemon
Heart Notes
- Seaweed
- Calone
- Hedione
Base Notes
- Musk
- Ambroxan
- Cedar
Occasions: Evening, Outdoor, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Megamare by Orto Parisi belongs to the aquatic fragrance family. A fiercely salty, mineralic oceanic fragrance with bracing citrus, windswept sea air, and deep aquatic darkness. Megamare opens with Bergamot and Lemon. The heart brings Seaweed, Calone, and Hedione. It dries down to Musk, Ambroxan, and Cedar.
How to wear Megamare
On skin, Megamare by Orto Parisi has beast Mode longevity, enormous projection, an intensity of 10/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for evening, outdoor, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Portfolio Euphoric by Al Haramain. Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portfolio Euphoric on top for citrus lift. Start with 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Portfolio Euphoric and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Megamare opens with Bergamot and Lemon.
The heart brings Seaweed, Calone, and Hedione.
It dries down to Musk, Ambroxan, and Cedar.
What to layer with Megamare
Portfolio Euphoric by Al Haramain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aquatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and musk.
Order: Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portfolio Euphoric on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Portfolio Euphoric
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aquatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and musk.
Order: Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Megamare : 2 sprays Bergamask
Le Gemme Tygar by Bvlgari
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Aquatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and ambroxan.
Order: Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Gemme Tygar on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Le Gemme Tygar
Fiero by Xerjoff
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Aquatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and musk.
Order: Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fiero on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Fiero
Blue Talisman by Ex Nihilo
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Aquatic and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, musk, and ambroxan.
Order: Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Blue Talisman on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Blue Talisman
Pairings to approach with care
Dark Desert Nightfall by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Aquatic and Gourmand notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Dark Desert Nightfall brings a gourmand contrast to this aquatic scent.
Order: Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dark Desert Nightfall on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Dark Desert Nightfall
Hibiscus by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Megamare has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Hibiscus brings a floral contrast to this aquatic scent.
Order: Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hibiscus on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Hibiscus
Related fragrances and why
- Portfolio Euphoric by Al Haramain — Both include bergamot, lemon, and musk.
- Bergamask by Orto Parisi — Both include bergamot, lemon, and musk.
- Le Gemme Tygar by Bvlgari — Both include musk and ambroxan.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Megamare?
Megamare opens with Bergamot and Lemon. The heart brings Seaweed, Calone, and Hedione. It dries down to Musk, Ambroxan, and Cedar.
How long does Megamare last, and how strong is it?
Megamare by Orto Parisi has beast Mode longevity, enormous projection, an intensity of 10/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Megamare?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits evening, outdoor, and special occasion.
What layers well with Megamare?
Portfolio Euphoric by Al Haramain is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Aquatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and musk. Apply Megamare first as your base layer. Its aquatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portfolio Euphoric on top for citrus lift. Start with 1 spray Megamare : 2 sprays Portfolio Euphoric.
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