Top notes: These are scents consisting of light molecules that evaporate quickly. You will see a fragrance described as having top (or head) notes, middle (or heart) notes, and base notes. You can also compose an attractive gift set of 4 such bottles, at a reasonable cost.ĭifferent notes in fragrances: Fragrances are composed of a number of scents, some of which are noticeable immediately upon application, while others reveal themselves gradually as the alcohol in the fragrance evaporates. Each comes in a 15 ml bottle-as opposed to the regular version, which is 1.7 ounces (= 50 ml), or an eau de toilette spray, of 3.3 ounces (=100 ml). Travel size versions: Hermès also offers economical travel size versions of their fragrances.
There are also romantic fragrances, such as the L'Ambre Des Merveilles ("Amber of Wonders"), with amber and vanilla. One such Hermès offering is their Eau Des Merveilles Elixir (“Water of Wonders Elixir”), with notes of orange, oak and cedar wood, and vanilla.
There are fragrances called “orientals” which have a base of resins and balsams, such as amber, and tend to last longer with greater intensity. An example is the Jour D'hermes Absolu, a floral scent with notes of gardenia, sambac jasmine & apricot flower.Īnother popular category is the spice fragrances, which are more appropriate for an evening out, or for a cold day.įor a spring day outdoors, it’s recommended to look for a citrus blend, such as Hermès “Un Jardin Sur le Toit”, with scents such as limonene, citronella, and geraniol. It’s recommended to use floral scents for a hot summer day. This way, you can wear a different fragrance every day. It is more economical, and better for the environment.Ĭollection of fragrances: Some recommend that you should have a “wardrobe” of fragrances. This way, you can fill up vials of the travel version of their Eau de Parfum. Refills: Hermès also offers refills of their fragrances. You can supplement it with the spray or mist of the same fragrance. Where to apply the perfume: It is recommended to apply one or two drops of perfume to one of the pulse points (such as your neck or wrist). Perfumes will come in smaller amounts, and will be more expensive than body mists and cologne. They last longer, usually for an entire day, and will smell more intense.Ī lower concentration of aromatics means that the scent will linger for a shorter amount of time. These fragrances will typically linger for at least half a day, due to their greater concentration.Įau de Parfum (EdP): Around 11-15% aromatics. Body mists would have to be applied more often-even every hour-since the smell dissipates so quickly.Įau de Cologne (EdC): Around 5% aromatics.Įau de Toilette ( EdT ): Around 5-10% aromatics. Here is a brief list of the concentration of aromatics in Hermès fragrances on the market:īody Mist: 1.5% - 3% aromatics. Many Hermès fragrances will be available in many forms-for example, their “Un Jardin sur le Toit” (“A Garden on the Roof”) is available as eau de toilette, body shower gel, and moisturizing body lotion. The rest can be alcohol, water, and other solvents.
Actually, each term indicates the concentration of aromatics in the fragrance, and in the intensity of the scent. You’ll see the names “perfume”, “toilet water”, and “cologne” used when discussing fragrances. It'll help you choose the right type of fragrance according to your tastes, read reviews, and compare prices. We’ve composed this buyer’s guide to help you make the right decision when selecting a Hermès perfume. One of the reasons for the popularity of their fragrances is Hermès’ insistence on using all-natural ingredients in their perfumes. Over the past 70 years, that has expanded to become one of their major product lines-with 12 feminine fragrances, 6 masculine fragrances, unisex fragrances, and special edition “Hermèssence”, that can only be purchased in the Hermès stores. Almost 100 years after its founding, in 1949, they launched their first perfume. In the 1800s, Hermès originally sold saddles and carriage goods (which explains the horse in the Hermès logo)-then moving on to leather goods in general, fashion items-especially scarves and ties-and luxury items. The Hermès brand is a prime example of a business with humble beginnings, slowly expanding its scope of products, until it becomes an established name.
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