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Hermès Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver vs Parfums de Marly Perseus
Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver is the community's favourite of the two.
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Notes
Top
BergamotGrapefruitLemon
Heart
Sichuan PepperGeranium
Base
VetiverOlibanumPatchouliAmberwood
Accords
Citrus
100%
Aromatic
85%
Fresh spicy
82%
Woody
76%
Earthy
59%
Amber
51%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
springfallsummer
About
Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver by Hermès is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Christine Nagel. Top notes are Bergamot, Grapefruit and Lemon; middle notes are Sichuan Pepper and Geranium; base notes are Vetiver, Olibanum, Patchouli and Amberwood. Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver is created by Christine Nagel around the notes of vetiver, Sichuan pepper and vetiver. It is a fresher interpretation of the original.
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Notes
Top
GrapefruitBergamotBlack Currant
Heart
VetiverGreen MandarinGeranium
Base
Dry WoodCashmere WoodAmbergrisBalsam FirCedarTonka Bean
Accords
Citrus
100%
Woody
95%
Aromatic
76%
Fresh spicy
65%
Amber
47%
Earthy
46%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
summerspringfall
About
Perseus by Parfums de Marly is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Perseus was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Nathalie Templer. Top notes are Grapefruit, Bergamot and Black Currant; middle notes are Vetiver, Green Mandarin and Geranium; base notes are Dry Wood, Cashmere Wood, Ambergris, Balsam Fir, Cedar and Tonka Bean. A revitalizing, citrus-infused formulation with enlivening properties for both the physique and the psyche. A modern interpretation of grapefruit intertwined with fruity accents and vetiver to enhance vitality. The citrus essence harmonizes with the sophistication and vigor of a woody undertone, yielding a nuanced and juxtaposed sense of freshness.The effervescence of grapefruit, juxtaposed with sophisticated woody nuances. Perseus enthralls the senses with its unparalleled luminosity. The invigorating initial impressions of grapefruit and bergamot reveal an elegant core of vetiver, while base notes of ambergris and dry woods provide a lasting resonance.
Notes in Common
24% sharedShared (4)
BergamotGrapefruitGeraniumVetiver
Only in Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver
LemonSichuan PepperOlibanumPatchouliAmberwood
Only in Perseus
Black CurrantGreen MandarinDry WoodCashmere WoodAmbergrisBalsam FirCedarTonka Bean
Rating
4.13vs3.91
Ratings
4,134vs3,137
Concentration
EDPvsParfum
Launch Year
2018vs2024
Which should I buy?
Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver is the community's favourite of the two.
- Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver is rated higher by the community: 4.13 from 4,134 ratings, against 3.91 from 3,137.
- Longevity votes for both lean "long lasting".
- Sillage is comparable: "moderate" is the most common vote for both.
- Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver is voted best for spring and fall; Perseus for summer and spring.
- Parfums de Marly is a luxury house (typically $250+), while Hermès is premium (typically $100–250).
Buy Terre D'Hermes Eau Intense Vetiver if you want the higher-rated option; pick Perseus if its note profile reads closer to what you already love wearing.