Terre d'Hermès
citrus up front, then woody, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Terre d'Hermès by Hermès is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Terre d'Hermès was launched in 2006. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Claude Ellena. Top notes are Orange and Grapefruit; middle notes are Pepper, Pelargonium and Flint; base notes are Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli and Benzoin. This perfume is the…
Nose: Jean-Claude Ellena
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 Terre d'Hermès smell like?
citrus up front, then woody, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, woody, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Terre d'Hermès?
Top: Orange, Grapefruit. Heart: Pepper, Pelargonium, Flint. Base: Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli, Benzoin.
How long does Terre d'Hermès last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Terre d'Hermès loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Terre d'Hermès best for?
Spring is the top pick (30%). Fall is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Terre d'Hermès?
Day wear leads at 65%. Night is a secondary pick at 35%.
Is Terre d'Hermès for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 68% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Terre d'Hermès?
Composed by Jean-Claude Ellena. Released in 2006.
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