Hermès 2014 EDT

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Hermessence Cuir d'Ange

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Hermès Hermessence Cuir d'Ange is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Hermessence Cuir d'Ange settles into a heart of Hawthorn, Violet, Heliotrope, and Narcissus, and dries down to a base of Musk and Leather. Hermès's Hermessence Cuir d'Ange carries a Favourite verdict, a powdery-led wear.

This one is pure 'quiet luxury' bottled- a soft, sophisticated leather scent that's either a masterful, ethereal experience or a faint whiff of disappointment. Your nose's mileage may vary, but it's an undeniable Jean-Claude Ellena classic.
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Luxurious
  • Clean
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Hermessence Cuir d'Ange Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Powdery
100%
Leather
97%
Floral
86%
Animalic
74%
Violet Floral
71%
Musky
57%

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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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its sophisticated and subtle projection, Cuir d'Ange is highly suitable for formal occasions and the office. Its clean leather and floral accords make it versatile, though some find its discreet sillage less ideal for casual wear where a bolder presence might be preferred.

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About

Cuir d'Ange opens with a delicate, almost ethereal floral whisper of violet and heliotrope, immediately softened by a powdery embrace. This ethereal introduction quickly melds into the star of the show: a smooth, buttery leather, reminiscent of the finest suede rather than a raw hide. Hints of hawthorn lend a subtly earthy, animalic depth, while a clean, persistent musk underpins the entire composition, creating an effect that's both polished and intimate. It's a leather scent that avoids any harshness, leaning instead into a refined, almost angelic sensuality.

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