BergamotOpens with
CardamomHeart
LeatherDries down to
Edmond RoudnitskaThe nose · 23 fragrances · also made Diorella Parfum (1972)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Hermès · Sold as unisex
Eau D'Hermes
The quiet intensity of a leather-bound journal opened on a well-worn desk, where the scent of bergamot and lavender mingles with the rich earthiness of aged wood and moss.
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Eau D'HermesPremium · $100–250
50%Similar accords, often for lessVersace L'Homme · VersaceMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 19 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1951 by Hermès, Eau D'Hermes is a pioneering fragrance created by Edmond Roudnitska. It opens with a bright citrus-aromatic blend of bergamot and lemon that immediately grabs attention, before diving into the rich complexity of spices like cardamom and cinnamon. The composition is anchored by an unmistakable leather accord, which intertwines with smoky woods and earthy moss to create a scent that feels both modern and lasting. Eau D'Hermes was one of the first fragrances to blend aromatic freshness with deep, animalic undertones, setting Hermès apart in the world of luxury perfumery.
Apply Eau D'Hermes to pulse points for a warm, enveloping effect. The spicy top notes are fleeting but impactful; focus on the base to capture its lasting leather and woody warmth. This fragrance is best enjoyed close to skin rather than across a room.
Fig. 01 — Eau D'Hermes, Hermès
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Edmond Roudnitska
Edmond Roudnitska is remembered today as one of the most important perfumers in history: as a ""perfumer composer"" and the inventor of modern perfumery.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 55%, disliked or hated by 11%.