Long Lost Perfume Memoire Cherie

Memoire Cherie: A 1949 Classic from Long Lost Perfume

Rediscovering the floral elegance of a mid-century feminine staple.

By James Whitmore, Fragrance News Reporter · · Updated

James covers releases, brand news, and industry shifts in fine fragrance. Former beauty desk editor; trained nose since 2014.

Long Lost Perfume, a brand dedicated to reviving vintage scent profiles, brought Memoire Cherie back to the market to honor its 1949 origins. This feminine fragrance captures the essence of post-war perfumery, emphasizing a structured blend of bright citruses and deep, mossy undertones that defined the era. For collectors and enthusiasts of vintage-style perfumery, Memoire Cherie serves as a time capsule. It offers a sophisticated, mossy floral profile that contrasts significantly with the sugar-heavy gourmands dominating today's fragrance landscape. Whether you are a fan of historical scents or seeking a classic signature, this perfume provides a distinct olfactory experience.
4.2 Overall
Longevity
0.0
Projection
0.0
Sillage
0.0
$30-$80
๐ŸŒธSpringโ˜€๏ธSummer๐Ÿ‚Fallโ„๏ธWinter

Accords

mossy chamomile honeyed floral spicy

Notes Pyramid

Top
sicilian bergamotmexican neroliapricot
Heart
romanian chamomiletarragonhoney rosevioletopopanax
Base
moroccan oakmossambermuskhatian vetiver

Performance Dashboard

โฑ๏ธ Longevity

4-5 hours

๐Ÿ“ข Projection

moderate

๐Ÿ’จ Sillage

moderate

When to Wear

๐ŸŒธSpringBest
โ˜€๏ธSummerOK
๐Ÿ‚FallAvoid
โ„๏ธWinterAvoid
๐Ÿ“Œ professional office wear๐Ÿ“Œ casual daytime outings๐Ÿ“Œ evening dinners

Community Verdict

โญ Overall
4.2
โฑ๏ธ Longevity
4.0
๐Ÿ’จ Sillage
3.8
๐Ÿ’ฐ Value
4.1
๐Ÿ’Œ Compliment Factor 0.0/5

6/10. It is a refined, subtle scent that garners appreciation from those who prefer classic, non-intrusive fragrances.

Pros & Cons

  • โœ… Unique herbal-floral profile
  • โœ… Affordable price point
  • โœ… Classic aesthetic
  • โŒ Discontinued status
  • โŒ Moderate longevity
  • โŒ Limited availability

Price & Value

$30-$80

“Reasonable for a discontinued vintage-style fragrance.”

๐Ÿ“œ Reformulation History

No significant batch variations reported

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๐Ÿ” Similar Fragrances

๐Ÿ’ก Clone Alternatives

None known

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๐Ÿงช Layering Ideas

๐Ÿ† Final Verdict

Memoire Cherie is a charming homage to 1949 perfumery, offering a sophisticated alternative to modern trends. While it requires reapplication throughout the day, its unique chamomile-moss accord makes it a worthwhile addition for vintage fragrance lovers.

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