Hermessence Poivre Samarcande
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Signature Brown
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one is pure marmite - some adore its airy, peppery woods, calling it a masterpiece, while others are put off by a persistent, 'sweaty' caraway note. Expect either an understated, elegant spice or a challenging cumin bomb, depending on your skin.
This one's a smooth operator, inspired by a spiky original but dialled down for wider appeal. It's garnered seriously positive attention for being more wearable and less aggressive, making it a surprisingly versatile crowd-pleaser despite its controversial 'clone' status.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 19% | 18% |
| Sweet | 5% | 1% |
| Warm | 28% | 23% |
| Woody | 30% | 48% |
| Earthy | 30% | 28% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 10% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and subtle nature make it suitable for office wear, provided the caraway note isn't overwhelming on the wearer. The elegant, peppery woodiness lends itself well to dates and formal events, though its divisive nature means it's not a safe blind-reach for every social setting.
Seasons
Occasions
Its smoother, more approachable woody-aromatic character makes it suitable for office wear without being intrusive, while its sophistication elevates it for dates and formal events. The woody profile isn't typically suited for sport, however.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Patchouli, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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