Meliora

Meliora is a soft, sweet fruity-floral scent centered around black currant and cassis, with a distinct green and slightly herbal opening. It feels clean, almost soap-like at times, with a light, airy quality that lingers close to the skin. The initial burst of juicy red berries and black currant is bright and inviting, like freshly picked summer fruit. Over time, it transitions into a delicate balance of rose, lily-of-the-valley, and a subtle vanilla musk, creating a smooth, creamy, and slightly powdery drydown that feels elegant and wearable. While it capably avoids being overly synthetic or sweet, its performance is modest. The longevity is generally short on most skin types, rarely surpassing four hours, and the sillage remains low to moderate, making it a skin-scent rather than a projection-heavy one. There is a faint, almost intangible ylang-ylang note that contributes to the freshness but rarely stands out. The fragrance shares noticeable similarities with Lalique Amethyst, particularly in the fruit-forward opening, though Meliora is generally seen as softer, slightly sweeter, and more refined in its execution. Overall, it's a reliable, pleasant spring and early summer scent with a delicate, feminine character that feels just on the edge of modern trendiness but never comes across as mass-market or cheap. It won't compete with more complex or dramatic niche fragrances, and its price point is seen as unjustified by many given the relatively short duration and moderate projection.