Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver Eau de Parfum vs 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes Cologne

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Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver Eau de Parfum bottle Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
M Gender M
2018 Year -
££ Price Tier £
231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes Cologne bottle 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver EDP
A masterful vetiver that balances zesty citrus with earthy woods and pepper, delivering a clean yet assertive signature. It radiates understated class and modern masculinity, ideal for those who prefer subtle power over loud statements.
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Our Verdict - 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes EDC
This aftershave version of 231 TE keeps Terre d'Hermes's orange-pepper-vetiver skeleton, but at aftershave strength it sits close to the skin and doesn't project like the original perfume.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver EDP
231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes EDC

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 33% vs 48%
Only in Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver
Bergamot 34% Lemon 32%
Only in 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes
Orange 52%
Shared Notes
Geranium 46% vs 47%
Only in Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver
Sichuan Pepper 54%
Only in 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes
Pepper 52%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 30% vs 28%
Patchouli 22% vs 23%
Only in Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver
Frankincense 24% Amberwood 23%
Only in 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes
Cedar 26% Benzoin 21%

Accords

Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes
95%
Citrus
55%
85%
Woody
65%
65%
Earthy
45%
60%
Aromatic
40%
Amber
Citrus shared
95%
55%
Woody shared
85%
65%
Earthy shared
65%
45%
60%
40%

Performance

Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver 231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Fleeting (1-2h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Sheer

Season and Occasion Fit

Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

The lively citrus and fresh vetiver make it ideal for spring and fall, while the woody and spicy backbone gives it enough presence for cooler weather. Less suited to winter chill or extreme summer heat, but versatile in temperate climates.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its refined freshness and moderate projection suit office and casual settings, while the dry woody character can work for dates and even formal events. Not sporty or playful enough for active wear.

231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Autumn Winter

A versatile citrus-woody scent that works across most seasons.

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Casual

As an aftershave, works best as a light casual layer.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, earthy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver EDP
231 Hermes Terre D'Hermes EDC
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