Question 1

What's the difference between Manie du Café and MEM?

Accepted Answer

Manie du Café is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bortnikoff (2025) dominated by Musky accords. MEM is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bogue (2017) leaning on Musky accords. They share 3 accords: Musky, Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Manie du Café or MEM?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Manie du Café scores 3.71/5 vs MEM at 4.10/5. MEM's standout strength: Woody and creamy characteristics appreciated by some. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Manie du Café and MEM smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Musky, Amber, Woody, Castoreum, Vanilla. MEM: MEM by Bogue receives a mixed reception in the community.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Manie du Café or MEM?

Accepted Answer

MEM: Low projection and performance issues Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Manie du Café vs MEM?

Accepted Answer

Manie du Café scores highest for winter wear; MEM scores highest for fall wear. Manie du Café leans evening, MEM leans daytime.

Manie du Café vs MEM

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Manie du Café (3)

Uniek voor MEM (18)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — MEM

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Manie du Café	MEM
Merk	Bortnikoff	Bogue
Jaar	2025	2017
Beoordeling	3.71	4.10
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	25