Hanae Mori 1997 EDP

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Hanae Mori HM is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1997. HM opens with Green Notes, Lemon, Lavender, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Dark Chocolate, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Hanae Mori's HM carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

This 90s gem is a divisive one. For some, it's a nostalgic, unique gourmand citrus with amazing performance. For others, it's a synthetic mess, too feminine, or just a sweet lemon bomb. Give it a whirl if you like a playful surprise, but probably not a safe blind buy.
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  • Playful
  • Unique
  • Cozy
  • Modern
  • Sweet
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HM Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

HM is best suited for casual and date settings due to its noticeable sweetness and gourmand leaning, making it potentially too strong for formal events or the office. Its performance can be quite robust, which, while great for socialising, limits its versatility for more discreet situations.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

HM opens with a zesty, almost candied lemon, freshened by a hint of green and aromatic lavender. This bright start quickly mellows into a powdery heart of iris and delicate white florals, before settling into a sumptuous base. Here, a rich accord of vanilla, tonka bean, and dark chocolate mingles with warm sandalwood and a whisper of earthy oakmoss, creating a complex, creamy, and subtly sweet finish.

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