Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum bottle Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé
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2010 Year 2017
££££ Price Tier £££££
First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum bottle First Dream of the Year

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum
This JCE creation is a masterful take on iris that divides opinions. While some rave about its ethereal beauty and natural feel, others are left wanting more in terms of projection and a true iris experience. It's a scent best experienced firsthand to see if it sings on your skin.
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Our Verdict - First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum
A divisive scent, many find this orange blossom and grapefruit bomb beautiful and clean, but for a good number, it's just a soapy disappointment that's far too basic for its frankly absurd price tag.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 25% 35%
Floral 58% 48%
Fruity 4% 5%
Green 2% 3%
Sweet 27% 18%
Warm 0% 0%
Woody 3% 3%
Earthy 8% 8%
Animalic 3% 3%
Fresh 14% 25%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé EdP
First Dream of the Year EdP

Notes

Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum
First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum

Top Notes

Base Notes

Base Notes

Only in First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum
Grapefruit 100%
Shared Notes
Orange Blossom 26% vs 100%
Only in Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum
Iris 33% Mandarin 24% Rose 16%
Only in First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum
Iris 100%

Accords

Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
100%
97%
Iris
56%
81%
White Floral
82%
70%
Powdery
46%
57%
Earthy
55%
Rose
50%
Sweet
46%
44%
Floral
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Iris shared
97%
56%
White Floral shared
81%
82%
Powdery shared
70%
46%
57%
55%
Sweet shared
50%
46%
44%

Performance

Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its light sillage and fresh, clean accords make it perfect for office wear or a casual day out, as it's unlikely to offend. It's also suitable for more formal settings where a subtle scent is preferred, but its delicate nature might be lost on a lively date or during sports.

First Dream of the Year Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean profile makes it ideal for casual wear and the office, especially given its moderate projection. While some find it elegant enough for dates, its perceived lack of uniqueness and high price often deter use for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
90%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Iris, White Floral accords and Orange Blossom, Iris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Hermessence Iris Ukiyoé Eau de Parfum
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