Inverness

If you’re looking for a straight up unisex woody fragrance that’s got a buttery orris, but never lipsticky or too powdery or too sweet, I implore you to get a sample of Inverness. Think Le Labo Gaiac 10 but denser and textured, almost velvety. Wood forward with a gentle smokiness and warmth. My favorites to layer it with are Gaiac 10 or for more vanilla and iris, Iris Malikhan. Beautiful on its own though. Inverness is for those who like sandalwood, iris/orris, and a soft smoke from guaiacwood. And just to clarify nothing it’s nothing like Santal 33 or Dior Homme Intense. If you like fragrances such as Gaiac 10 or Prada L’Homme, you’ll probably appreciate the simplicity and beauty of Inverness. Perfumer Nadege La Garlantezec Official notes: Top: french orris butter, Mate absolute Heart: Australian Sandalwood essence, Amyris essence Base: Cedarwood essence, Guaiac wood essence from Atlas Mountains of Texas

OH. MY. GOODNESS. If my early blind-buy purchases this month are any indication of how the rest of 2024 will be, then I will be the luckiest person in the world!!! Inverness...this is THE sandalwood fragrance for me! Yes, it somewhat resembles Gris Charnel, BUT, if you replaced the fig with a heaping dose of Iris (and a well-done one at that), and eliminated the cardamom and dialed up the sandalwood, then you would have Inverness. There's a very soft, powdery floral aspect that runs through this fragrance, too. Sorry Sherwood, but Inverness is the star of this sandalwood show! This fragrance has one of the most alluring sillages' that I've had the pleasure of smelling. And the longevity is out of this world ---to the point that even after I showered, I could still smell it on my skin. The bottle is stunning as well. An amazing blind-buy success!!!!

Wow! I see I am not the only one who is thrilled with a lucky blind buy (not something that usually works out well for me). This fragrances is everything I want. It's woody and slightly powdery. It feels light but substantial and just spicy enough. The longevity is fine and I love the way it reacts on skin - this warm, coziness, a feeling of calm. The wood notes are realistic and natural. I thought I detected the tell-tale sign of ambroxan but I am not sure if it was used in Inverness. If it was, it was used at a quantity to not bother me or make my nose itch (as it does). The only downside to this fragrance is the bottle - I agree that it seems to reference Burberry. It has a distinct tartan pattern and the plate gives an expensive look but I don't love the design. But who cares! This juice is amazing.

I totally agree with one of the other commentors here as Santal 33 came to mind because of it's image and aura and well...I really don't like Santal 33, which is a shame but I just think it's a bit harsh. I'm not saying this is trying to be that fragrance but this is far better. Smoother and a bit more complex, if that's a basic way of describing it. Not harsh and really great wearing this whilst walking around a park on an autumn day, maybe just wearing a grey polo neck if you like that sort of thing with brown trousers and Chelsea boots and a scarf. I'm no poet but I think you catch my drift. If you do go to Inverness in autumn or winter there is a high chance that you will experience the fog, possibly the rain and the cool mist, which is absolutely the perfect weather to be wearing this fragrance.

This was probably my most exciting blind-buy of Winter. While there are vague similarities to Gris Charnel, my opinion is that the only thing Gris Charnel does better is longevity/projection. There’s a deeper sandalwood and iris here. This scent is warmer, cozier, and infinitely less synthetic. Very moreish, very mysterious. I can’t seem to get enough of this, which is worrisome because whenever I fall for a scent, it ends up being discontinued. What I did find problematic was that upon first usage, I was not transported back to 18th century Scotland and into the arms of a handsome highlander. This was somewhat of a disappointment, and for the price tag, Memo could’ve gone the extra mile.

This was love at first sniff. Very cosy, lovely, confortable. Creamy, woody, earthy. I’m definitely travel in Scotland when i smell it! This will be very nice in cold weather. Now for this begging hot autumn, Inverness is nice too, but this winter it will be perfect for me. In my skin the longevity is very nice, many hours at least. In comparaison with other santal perfumes like santal calling, Inverness is more strong, powdery, earthy and creamy. I was searching for a good sandalwood, i think this is it! Immediately add in my Christmas wishlist!!! Edit : hooray I have it. Very cosy in this cold weather. It last all day! I am in so happy!

Amazing! Starts like it will be a weak scent but it develops beautifully in this creamy, slightly sweet warmth sandalwood, that I can smell projecting no me 6+ hours, close to the skin like 10+ and I can still get a hint from my hair the next morning at the shower... dry down it’s almost like salted vanilla, super pretty and unisex. I have a sample from gris charnel but I’m glad I didn’t get it, it’s a good scent but it has something that I find not smooth enough, it’s too strong, it gave me headaches and this is what I was hoping GCh to be like. Lovely, signature scent worthy and currently my autumn 🍂 fragrance 10/10

Oh my gosh, why does no one talk about this? Inverness is a stunning perfume! An ideal blend of woods, iris/orris, and although not listed I also detect a slight lactonic muskiness. I don’t pick up on any barbecue, but then again I enjoy guaiac wood, cedar, and sandalwood when done well. I don’t think Inverness smells particularly similar to Gris Charnel, which I am not fond of. It’s much closer to Piano Santal, Milky Musk 39, Santal Carmin, and Sandalwood Temple. Soft, cozy, huggable, comfort in a bottle. I snagged the older bottle with blue tartan and it’s a beaut.

I'm going to need to give this another test on skin. Orris and Sandalwood are there but there is a sort of burnt/charred note present throughout the entire wear. I'm wondering if that's the guaiac wood? Not sure. At first it bothered me but after a while I found it really interesting and mysterious. EDIT: On a second try I appreciate it even more. The smokey note is no longer dominating but complementing. It's an earthier iris instead of a lipstick/creaming soda iris. Wondering whether to buy this while the original bottle exists or wait for the new design.

I am desperate to try Inverness. Apparently it has more sandalwood than Sherwood has. I own a FB of Sherwood and love it so much. Blind buy is no no for me. Might have to order a sample directly from Memo first. Can anyone compare the two please ? Got the sample and YES, it is amazing. Very unisex. Creamy, comforting, addictive super luxurious. If I could compare Inverness with Sherwood I would say Inverness is more woody and Sherwood is sweeter. (I won’t be able to breakdown the notes )

To me, this initially smells like fresh, green moss in a wooded area just beside a cliff in the highlands, the cool, moist air blowing through the grass. The ruins of an ancient church, an old church pew... and then the dry-down is creamy sandalwood, palo santo, and a tiny bit of cedar. A surprisingly sweet ending. I love what the opening evokes. It makes me feel alive yet still, strong yet peaceful. It fades into something much softer, which I enjoy, but I don’t fully understand.

I've snagged a tester for this for a great price but it hasn't got a lid. Anybody got a Memo Paris lid to sell? EDIT: My bottle arrived and it's so special. The bottle looks amazing (older blue/gold style). There is just a bit of smoke to it, but very wearable; like walking into a home that burns incense regularly. Or the presence of a distant bushfire. The iris is as elegant as always, without any kind of sweetness. Very smooth, woody, and calming.

My new favourite! I didn't like it when I first received it (it was a blind buy), but after wearing it to work for a full day, I am now a huge fan. I was worried that its sillage would be too strong for the office, but I received an immediate compliment, which put me at ease. I'm seven hours in now and can still smell it in the air as well as on my skin from about 10 sprays. I will be thrashing this one from here on in.

I'm absolutely obsessed with this scent and it's become a new favourite of mine. It is heavy, complex, with a strong opening and a drydown that retains its depth! A masculine leaning unisex scent, lasts about half a day for me with decent sillage.

If Gris Charnel and By the Fireplace had a baby, it would be Inverness. Not as smoky as BTF and no fig from GC, but still smooth and creamy, without being overly sweet. Elegant and cosy. More of a colder weather perfume and unisex. Love!

I really appreciate it, very long lasting, unisex , fresh but mysterious. If you layer this with buddha blend (liquides imaginaires) ... last at least one week on clothes.. and smells like Lost alice but better ..

9/10. Reminds me of Santal 33 but more complex and richer and heavier which I vibe w no cap. Smells very woody and just nice hard to describe fam love this one.

This is a quietly amazing and modern sandalwood that will likely become a very popular fragrance. It's a Memo Le Labo. Smells great in extreme heat.

i love this, so powdery, creamy , woody . it smells like a warm hug in the sweater you love . it’s definitely cozy and definitely on my wish list

Finally got a full bottle of this beautiful take on sandalwood. Very creamy and comforting . Perfect for the ‘autumny’ weather approaching.