Hermès 2010 EDT

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Claire des Merveilles

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Hermès Claire des Merveilles is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2010, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Claire des Merveilles opens with Floral, settles into a heart of Amber and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Woody. Hermès's Claire des Merveilles carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper chameleon. Some find it a barely-there skin scent, others a powerful room-filler. Expect polite woody vanilla and amber, but don't be surprised if its true nature remains a delightful mystery, or perhaps a mild disappointment, depending on your skin.
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Clean
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Claire des Merveilles Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Woody
100%
Amber
89%
Floral
74%
Vanilla
72%
Powdery
52%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its often light sillage and skin-scent nature, as frequently mentioned in reviews, make it suitable for office and casual wear. The intimate, warm accords are perfect for dates, while its generally subdued projection keeps it from being overwhelming for most occasions, though some find it too subtle for formal events or too "beachy" for the gym.

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About

Imagine stepping into a sun-dappled, amber-soaked forest. Eau Claire des Merveilles opens with an airy, almost luminous quality before settling into a warm embrace of woody notes. Hints of delicate florals intermingle with a soft, creamy vanilla, all underpinned by a golden, subtly spicy amber accord. The overall effect is elegant, intimate, and comforting, like soft candlelight on cool wood.

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