Hermès 2024 Edp

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Barénia

by Christine Nagel

Hermès Barénia is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Christine Nagel. The fragrance opens with Berries and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Floral, and dries down to a base of Oak, Patchouli, and Akigalawood.

Our verdict on Barénia: Favourite

Barénia is a seriously divisive scent. Some call it a modern chypre masterpiece; others recoil at its "rotten fruit" or "old lady" vibe. This is high-end, confident stuff for those who dare, but buyer beware - definitely not a safe blind buy.
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  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Modern
  • Warm
Barénia Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14%
Floral 31%
Fruity 20%
Green 6%
Sweet 17%
Warm 3%
Woody 21%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Patchouli
69%
Warm Spicy
61%
Oud
57%
Citrus
54%

Notes

Top Notes

Berries 58% Bergamot 42%

Heart Notes

Floral 100%

Base Notes

Patchouli 44% Akigalawood 33% Oak 22%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, long-lasting presence and complex accords make Barénia better suited for social gatherings and dates rather than the office. While versatile, its sophisticated 'rich bitch' aura leans towards occasions where making a confident statement is desired.

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About

Opening with a fizzy, tart burst of berries and bergamot, Barénia immediately asserts a bright, almost jammy fruitiness. This quickly gives way to a sophisticated heart where a clean, slightly medicinal patchouli merges with a warm, dry oak. The overall impression is woody and earthy, with a subtle floral current and a whisper of a unique leathery nuance that adds a refined, almost honeyed warmth in the deep drydown.

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