Eau d'Orange Verte
“Eau d'Orange Verte by Hermès is a Citrus fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a citrus, aromatic composition with a green undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 1979, Eau d'Orange Verte by Hermès is a composition that captures the essence of Parisian elegance with its bright and verdant character. Perfumers Françoise Caron and Jean-Claude Ellena crafted this fragrance to be a study in contrasts: crisp citrus notes like orange and lemon blend seamlessly into the lush greenery of mint and cassis, creating a harmonious tension that is both refreshing and grounding. The base notes of oakmoss and patchouli add an earthy warmth that anchors the composition, making it feel lasting yet contemporary.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
How It Wears
A Citrus Fragrance
Orange
Orange, with its vibrant, sunlit essence, is not just a fruit but a gateway to a world of olfactory possibilities. Its scent ranges from the bright, almost sharp tang of its peel to the sweet, floral notes of its blossoms. Originating in China and Southeast Asia, orange has journeyed across continents, becoming a staple in perfumery for its ability to bridge the gap between freshness and warmth.
Amalfi Lemon
Originating from the rugged cliffs of Italy's Amalfi Coast, this lemon variety is renowned for its intense aroma and bright, juicy character. Its scent carries notes of zesty brightness with a hint of green, evoking the freshness of early morning harvests under the Italian sun.
Oakmoss
Oakmoss, derived from lichens growing on oak trees, exudes an unmistakable blend of damp forest floor and mossy green. Its scent is both deep and complex, with hints of woodsy freshness that evoke the quiet solitude of a shaded grove.
Application Tips
Apply Eau d'Orange Verte with two sprays to capture its full range. The citrus top notes are bright but moderate in longevity, while the earthy base notes develop over time. This fragrance reads best close to skin rather than across a room.
Jean-Claude Ellena
Founding perfumer · 104 fragrances · b. 1947 · French
“My fragrances are watercolors, not oil paintings.”
Jean-Claude Ellena is widely regarded as the most intellectual perfumer of the modern era — a minimalist poet whose work redefined what fragrance could be. As the in-house perfumer of Hermès from 2004 to 2016, he created the celebrated Jardin series, Terre d'Hermès, and Un Jardin sur le Nil, each a masterclass in restraint and evocation. Born in Grasse, the historic heart of perfumery, Ellena is also a celebrated author whose books — including Perfume: The Alchemy of Scent — have opened the world of fragrance creation to a wide audience. His approach is deceptively simple: fewer ingredients, more meaning.
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The story behind the bottle.
The fresh spray of water on a sunlit terrace where citrus and greenery intertwine in the afternoon light, evoking a sense of refined simplicity.
Fig. 01 — Eau d'Orange Verte, Hermès
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