Hermès 2007 EDT

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Hermessence Brin de Reglisse

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2007, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Hermessence Brin de Reglisse opens with Lavender, and dries down to a base of Licorice and Hay. Hermès's Hermessence Brin de Reglisse carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This discontinued Hermessence masterpiece is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for those who get it, it's a uniquely artistic blend of natural lavender and distinct licorice. Performance issues aside, it's a testament to minimalist genius.
  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
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Hermessence Brin de Reglisse Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Lavender
100%
Soft Spicy
87%
Fresh Spicy
74%
Green
71%
Herbal
69%
Sweet
64%

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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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its extremely poor performance means it's best for intimate settings or when you want a personal scent bubble, making it less suitable for formal events or dates where projection is key. Its refreshing, clean nature is ideal for casual wear, the gym, or as a calming "bedtime scent."

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About

Brin de Reglisse opens with a dry, herbaceous blast of aromatic lavender, not the sweet floral kind, but something more raw and earthy. Soon, this is joined by a salty, almost savory black licorice that's more elegant spice than candy store. A whisper of dry, sun-baked hay rounds it out, adding a pastoral depth that evokes Provençal fields. It's a transparent and subtle composition, a true olfactive haiku where each note plays a distinct, yet harmonious, role.

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