Eau D'Orange Verte 1979
“Eau D'Orange Verte 1979 by Hermès is a Floral Green fragrance for women and men”
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Well loved by wearers — a citrus, white floral composition with a aromatic undertone. Voted best for summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Eau D'Orange Verte 1979 by Hermès is a Floral Green fragrance that launched in 1979 and was created by perfumer Françoise Caron. This scent is emblematic of the brand’s olfactive refinement, characterized by its distinctive freshness and authenticity. The composition opens with bursts of citrus, primarily orange, zests, and leaves, accompanied by lemon, mandarin, mint, and blackcurrant buds. As it develops, the fragrance reveals a complex interplay of oak moss and patchouli, creating an olfactive vignette that is both figurative and generous.
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Application Tips
Given its poor longevity and intimate sillage, apply Eau D'Orange Verte generously to ensure it lingers close to your skin. Its freshness is best appreciated in a warm environment where the citrus notes can shine without fading too quickly.
Françoise Caron
Founding perfumer · 28 fragrances
Designer Hermès
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The story behind the bottle.
The crisp undergrowth of a rose-scented morning, where the moist earth and bright citrus intertwine with an unexpected burst of mint and blackcurrant.
Fig. 01 — Eau D'Orange Verte 1979, Hermès
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