WS-H-1986

Bel Ami

1986Men

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into earthy.

Bel Ami by Hermès is a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Bel Ami was launched in 1986. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Louis Sieuzac. Top notes are Sage, Bergamot, Cardamom, Lemon and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Carnation, Patchouli, Cedar, Orris Root, Basil and Jasmine; base notes are Leather,…

aromatic woody earthy leather

Nose: Jean-Louis Sieuzac

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Sage, Bergamot, Cardamom, Lemon, Mandarin Orange
Heart· 2–4h
Carnation, Patchouli, Cedar, Orris Root, Basil, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Leather, Oakmoss, Styrax, Vetiver, Amber, Vanilla, Coconut

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

93%

73%

73%

68%

63%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall38%Winter34%Spring19%Summer8%Night51%Day49%Wears male67%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Hermès picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Bel Ami smell like?

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into earthy. Dominant accords: aromatic, woody, earthy.

What notes are in Bel Ami?

Top: Sage, Bergamot, Cardamom, Lemon, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Carnation, Patchouli, Cedar, Orris Root, Basil, Jasmine. Base: Leather, Oakmoss, Styrax, Vetiver, Amber, Vanilla, Coconut.

How long does Bel Ami last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Bel Ami loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Bel Ami best for?

Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Bel Ami?

Night wear leads at 51%. Day is a secondary pick at 49%.

Is Bel Ami for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 67% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Bel Ami?

Composed by Jean-Louis Sieuzac. Released in 1986.