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Hermessence Muguet Porcelaine

by Jean-Claude Ellena

Hermès Hermessence Muguet Porcelaine is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Hermessence Muguet Porcelaine opens with Pear and Green, settles into a heart of Lily Of The Valley, Neroli, and Hedione, and dries down to a base of Musk and Animalic. Hermès's Hermessence Muguet Porcelaine carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This lily of the valley is a divisive one. Fans call it a masterclass in transparent floral artistry, while others find the melon-aquatic notes off-putting or even 'rotten'. Test before you buy, as your nose might pick up something very different.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Modern
Hermessence Muguet Porcelaine Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4%
Floral 23%
Fruity 11%
Green 25%
Sweet 10%
Warm 3%
Woody 1%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 24%
Fresh 27%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Green
100%
Fresh
83%
Musky
63%
Floral
59%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, transparent, and green profile, often with moderate longevity and soft sillage, makes it perfect for both office and casual wear as it won't overpower. The subtle animalic touch could work for dates, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events.

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About

It starts with a fresh, green burst, like dew-kissed petals and crisp pear. The heart unfolds into an airy lily of the valley, delicate and watery, subtly underscored by hedione's luminous touch and a hint of neroli. The dry down introduces a gentle, clean musk with an unexpected, finely tuned animalic warmth that adds intriguing depth.