Meliora by Parfums de Marly
Brand: Parfums de Marly
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A luminous blend of tart blackcurrant and red berries softened by delicate florals, creamy vanilla, musk, and cedarwood.
Is Meliora worth it?
How it smells: Opens with black currant, red berries and cassis, rose and lily-of-the-valley at the heart, then dries down to musk and vanilla.
Scent Score: 75/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 63, reputation 100, versatility 93, layerability 66 and value 48, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Floral · Fruity Floral
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Women
Key accords: Black Currant, Red Berries, Cassis, Raspberry, Orange Blossom, Rose
Top Notes
- Black Currant
- Red Berries
- Cassis
- Raspberry
- Orange Blossom
Heart Notes
- Rose
- Lily-of-the-Valley
- Ylang-Ylang
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Meliora by Parfums de Marly belongs to the floral fragrance family. A luminous blend of tart blackcurrant and red berries softened by delicate florals, creamy vanilla, musk, and cedarwood. Meliora opens with Black Currant, Red Berries, Cassis, Raspberry, and Orange Blossom. The heart brings Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Musk, Vanilla, Woody Notes, and Almond.
How to wear Meliora
On skin, Meliora by Parfums de Marly has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Meliora : 1 spray Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Meliora opens with Black Currant, Red Berries, Cassis, Raspberry, and Orange Blossom.
The heart brings Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Musk, Vanilla, Woody Notes, and Almond.
What to layer with Meliora
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily-of-the-valley and musk.
Order: Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Meliora : 1 spray Fahrenheit
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and vanilla.
Order: Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lafayette Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Meliora : 1 spray Lafayette Street
Bois Datchaï by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share raspberry and rose.
Order: Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bois Datchaï on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Meliora : 2 sprays Bois Datchaï
Father Figure by Phlur
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cassis and vanilla.
Order: Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Father Figure on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Meliora : 2 sprays Father Figure
Original Santal by Creed
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share orange blossom and musk.
Order: Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Original Santal on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Meliora : 2 sprays Original Santal
Pairings to approach with care
La Capitale by Xerjoff
Not Recommended · 32/99
La Capitale has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. La Capitale brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Capitale on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Meliora : 1 spray La Capitale
Hero Elixir de Parfum by Burberry
Not Recommended · 33/99
Hero Elixir de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Hero Elixir de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share vanilla.
Order: Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hero Elixir de Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Meliora : 1 spray Hero Elixir de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include lily-of-the-valley and musk.
- Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include musk and vanilla.
- Bois Datchaï by Maison Crivelli — Both include raspberry and rose.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Meliora?
Meliora opens with Black Currant, Red Berries, Cassis, Raspberry, and Orange Blossom. The heart brings Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Musk, Vanilla, Woody Notes, and Almond.
How long does Meliora last, and how strong is it?
Meliora by Parfums de Marly has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Meliora?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion.
What layers well with Meliora?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily-of-the-valley and musk. Apply Meliora first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Meliora : 1 spray Fahrenheit.
Layering guide
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