Melodie de Orientica

How it Smells

Melodie de Orientica is clearly chasing the vibe of Memo's Sintra, and it gets pretty close – say, 91%. The opening is a burst of bright neroli and a juicy red fruit mix, with a slight green edge from the petitgrain. Sintra's orange blossom is the star, and Melodie de Orientica captures that sweetness well in the heart. There's a milky, almost lactonic quality that adds a comforting touch. The base is where it differs most. While Sintra has a powdery musk, this clone leans into a sweeter, more gourmand direction. The marshmallow, vanilla, and caramel create a sugary drydown that's hard to dislike, but it's definitely more pronounced than the original. There are some very slight synthetic edges noticeable up close, especially in the opening, but it smooths out pretty quickly.

Bottom Line

It's not a perfect dupe, the added sweetness in the base makes it slightly different, but it scratches that same itch. it's hard to argue with the value. Ideal for someone who wants a sweet, feminine, and long-lasting fragrance for daytime wear.

The Performance Stats

This stuff performs. Expect around 6-7 hours of solid wear, with moderate projection for the first couple of hours. It creates a nice scent bubble without being overpowering. You might get whiffs throughout the day as you move around.