Eau des Merveilles
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Eau des Merveilles by Hermès is a Woody fragrance for women. Eau des Merveilles was launched in 2004. Eau des Merveilles was created by Ralf Schwieger and Nathalie Feisthauer. Top notes are Orange, Elemi resin and Lemon; middle notes are Amber, Pepper, Pink Pepper and Violet; base notes are Fir,…
Noses: Nathalie Feisthauer · Ralf Schwieger
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Eau des Merveilles smell like?
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Eau des Merveilles?
Top: Orange, Elemi resin, Lemon. Heart: Amber, Pepper, Pink Pepper, Violet. Base: Fir, Cedar, Madagascar Vetiver, Oakmoss, Benzoin.
How long does Eau des Merveilles last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Eau des Merveilles loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Eau des Merveilles best for?
Fall is the top pick (30%). Spring is second at 25%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Eau des Merveilles?
Day wear leads at 74%. Night is a secondary pick at 26%.
Is Eau des Merveilles for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 49% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Eau des Merveilles?
Composed by Nathalie Feisthauer and Ralf Schwieger. Released in 2004.
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