Hermès 1999 EDP

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Hiris

by Olivia Giacobetti

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Hermès Hiris is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1999, created by Olivia Giacobetti. Hiris opens with Amber, Iris, Carnation, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Neroli and Rose, and dries down to a base of Almond Blossom, Cedar, Vanilla, and Honey. Hermès's Hiris carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Hiris is a divisive, melancholic iris, either a treasured masterpiece or an elusive disappointment. Some found it to be a calming, ethereal beauty, while others dismissed it as cold, weak, or even 'depression in a bottle'.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
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Hiris Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

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
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its subtle sillage and clean, refined character make Hiris ideal for office wear, where it's unlikely to offend. It's often described as a 'bed scent' or for 'chilling', boosting its casual appeal, but its delicate nature limits its impact for dates or formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Hiris opens with a fresh, verdant iris, hinting at rooty earthiness and a subtle spice from coriander and carnation. It evolves into a delicate floral heart where rose and neroli intertwine with the continuing powdery iris. The base settles into a soft, woody embrace of cedar, warmed by a touch of honey, almond blossom, and a whisper of vanilla, creating a serene, almost soapy drydown.

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