Hermes Eau Ombre de Merveille or Do Parfum — 100 ml (tester)

Hermès L'Ombre des Merveilles — 100 ml (Eau de Parfum) Product description: A deep composition leaning towards an oriental woody character, starting with a warm resinous touch that gives an immediate sense of depth. The perfume gradually reveals a soft, non-sharp incense character, with a cohesive presence. In the base, a warm extension of tonka beans appears, giving the perfume a smooth and stable texture. The composition is simple in structure but rich in sensation. A quiet, mysterious, and cohesive presence. Brand: Hermès Perfumers' signature: Christine Nagel A perfumer's style based on concentrated simplicity and highlighting depth through a limited number of notes. Design philosophy: Reflects the idea of shadow versus light, through a composition based on incense and tonka to create a mysterious and musky feeling. Fragrance positioning: Evening Signature General description: An oriental woody perfume based on incense and tonka within a simple and concentrated composition. (Hermès) Fragrance family: Oriental Woody Perfume ingredients: Top: Incense Heart: Black tea Base: Tonka Overall texture and scent: The perfume opens with a clear incense note, slightly dry but soft and non-claustrophobic. In the heart, black tea appears to give the perfume a dark, elegant aromatic dimension. With dryness, the base settles on tonka, adding a warm, velvety texture that sticks to the skin. The aromatic aura is moderate, leaning towards proximity with a quiet, deep character. Longevity and sillage: Longevity: Good; appears warm and stable on the skin and leaves a soft, velvety trail clearly on clothes. Sillage: Moderate initially, then gradually calms to become close to the skin with a continuous presence. Uses: Category: Unisex Time: Evening / Cold weather Occasion: Evenings / Quiet atmospheres / Luxury personal use Personality: Tends towards deep, calm, and unconventional scents