Hermès 2022 EDC

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Eau de Basilic Pourpre

by Christine Nagel

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Hermès Eau de Basilic Pourpre is a Cologne launched in 2022, created by Christine Nagel. Eau de Basilic Pourpre opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Geranium and Basil, and dries down to a base of Spicy and Patchouli. Hermès's Eau 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
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Eau de Basilic Pourpre Cologne bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fresh Spicy
100%
Aromatic
80%
Citrus
56%
Green
55%
Warm Spicy
55%
Herbal
54%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

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.

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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.

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