Bel Ami
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1986 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Midnight Oud
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Which Should You Buy?
Hermès Bel Ami is a beast of a fragrance, a true classic leather chypre that commands respect. While recent reformulations don't quite match the beast-mode vintage, the current version is still highly-regarded, projecting an aura of elegant, mature masculinity that's hard to dispute.
If Tom Ford's Ombre Leather and Tuscan Leather had a cheaper, fruitier cousin, this would be it. A bold, smoky leather that's surprisingly wearable, though maybe not for the faint of heart. It captures that luxurious, edgy vibe without breaking the bank.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 18% |
| Floral | 13% | 15% |
| Fruity | 4% | 6% |
| Green | 14% | 11% |
| Sweet | 15% | 10% |
| Warm | 15% | 17% |
| Woody | 16% | 15% |
| Earthy | 18% | 20% |
| Animalic | 7% | 9% |
| Fresh | 15% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its sophisticated leather and woody accords make it a perfect fit for formal events and dates, signalling class and gravitas. While too heavy for sport, it can be dialled down for office wear, though its strong sillage initially means casual wear might be too much.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This powerful, long-lasting scent is too heavy for the office and completely out of place for sport. Its luxurious leather and warm spicy accords make it perfect for date nights and formal events, commanding attention without being overwhelming in the right setting.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Earthy, Woody accords and Leather, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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