Hermès 2022 Edt

U ££

de Basilic Pourpre

by Christine Nagel

Hermès de Basilic Pourpre is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2022, created by Christine Nagel. de Basilic Pourpre opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Basil and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Spicy and Patchouli. Hermès's de Basilic Pourpre carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh spicy-led wear.

This one is a divisive whisper, not a shout. Some adore its fresh, natural elegance, a genuine basil-forward surprise. Others find it fleeting, a generic green that simply doesn't live up to its Hermès name. Test before you commit, unless you're a devout fan of herbal subtlety.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
de Basilic Pourpre Eau de Toilette bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 30%
Floral 14%
Fruity 3%
Green 23%
Sweet 5%
Warm 20%
Woody 9%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 21%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it ideal for office and casual wear, as most find its projection intimate. The lack of strong sillage limits its impact for formal events or lively dates, though its refreshing qualities are great for sport.

Similar

Compare

Where to buy

Wide selection Amazon UK Prime delivery often available Check price on Check price on

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

About

Imagine stepping into a sun-drenched herb garden, a bright burst of bergamot cutting through the air. This quickly gives way to the star of the show: a fresh, aromatic basil, surprisingly minty and herbaceous, not just green. Geranium adds a gentle, rosy-spicy counterpoint before settling into a soft, musky patchouli base with a warm, clean spice.