Is Noted Aromas Zurich a dupe of Hermès Terre d'Hermès?

Terre d'Hermès EDT

Hermès by Jean-Claude Ellena Original Favourite

Zurich EDP

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Terre d'Hermès Eau de Toilette bottle Terre d'Hermès EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2006 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Zurich Eau de Parfum bottle Zurich EDP
£41.95 from
50ml at Paco Perfumerias
Best value £0.47/ml (200ml)
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£18.99 from
50ml at Noted Aromas
Best value £0.33/ml (100ml)
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Terre d'Hermès EDT
A benchmark masculine scent that balances vibrant citrus with dry minerals and earthy woods. Effortlessly refined and distinctive, it exudes natural confidence and quiet strength without ever shouting.
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Our Verdict - Zurich EDP
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Hermes Terre d'Hermes (2006) - orange, pepper and vetiver translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Terre d'Hermès EDT A Zurich EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Terre d'Hermès EDT
Zurich EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orange 50% vs 54%
Grapefruit 49% vs 45%
Pepper 39% vs 43%
Geranium 31% vs 25%
Flint 29% vs 30%
Vetiver 27% vs 35%
Cedar 26% vs 25%
Patchouli 23% vs 17%
Benzoin 23% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Orange 50% vs 54%
Grapefruit 49% vs 45%
Shared Notes
Pepper 39% vs 43%
Geranium 31% vs 25%
Flint 29% vs 30%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 27% vs 35%
Cedar 26% vs 25%
Patchouli 23% vs 17%
Benzoin 23% vs 21%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Terre d'Hermès Zurich
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Terre d'Hermès

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

The dry, mineral citrus and woody backbone excel in mild to warm weather, making spring and fall ideal. The brightness works in summer but earthy facets can feel dense in heat, while the lack of sweetness and moderate warmth limit its winter appeal.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its refined, understated projection and clean, earthy profile are perfect for the office or smart-casual wear, while the mineral character offers confident uniqueness for dates. The subtle sillage is less suited for formal events or energetic sports settings.

Zurich

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Vetiver-citrus-pepper versatile spring through autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Office signature, casual, formal evening.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Patchouli, Vetiver, Cedar

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

Where to buy

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