Eau des Merveilles EDT

Hermès by Ralf Schwieger, Nathalie Feisthauer Original
92%

No.408 Merveilles EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Eau des Merveilles EDT
A woody-citrus marvel that rewrites feminine perfumery with its non-floral, resin-laced transparency. Both sparkling and contemplative, it's the ultimate refined skin scent for those who crave subtle intrigue.
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Our Verdict - No.408 Merveilles EDP
No.408 follows Hermes' Eau des Merveilles, pairing a piney citrus opening with an amber-pink pepper heart and a mossy, woody base. The unusual, almost salty-woody character of the original comes through, giving it a distinctive, vintage-leaning feel.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Eau des Merveilles EDT
No.408 Merveilles EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orange 34% vs 37%
Elemi 33% vs 29%
Lemon 31% vs 33%
Shared Notes
Amber 26% vs 39%
Pink Pepper 25% vs 34%
Violet 22% vs 26%
Only in Eau des Merveilles
Pepper 26%
Shared Notes
Cedar 21% vs 25%
Vetiver 20% vs 22%
Oakmoss 19% vs 25%
Only in Eau des Merveilles
Fir Resin 22% Benzoin 16%
Only in No.408 Merveilles
Fir 26%

Accords

Eau des Merveilles No.408 Merveilles
100%
Woody
60%
80%
Aromatic
70%
Fresh Spicy
65%
Citrus
40%
55%
Amber
50%
40%
Conifer
20%
Earthy
40%
Woody shared
100%
60%
Aromatic
80%
Fresh Spicy
70%
Citrus shared
65%
40%
Amber shared
55%
50%
Conifer
40%
Earthy shared
20%
40%

Performance

Eau des Merveilles No.408 Merveilles
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Eau des Merveilles

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

The citrus and resinous woods give it vibrance for spring and fall, while its lack of heavy sweetness or powder makes it less suited to deep winter. It can work in summer on cooler days thanks to its airiness and subtle spice.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its subtle projection and refined woody-citrus profile make it perfect for daytime, office, and casual wear, while its quiet sophistication can fit understated dates. It's too restrained for sport and not opulent enough for formal events.

No.408 Merveilles

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, amber, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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