Hermès 2014 EDP

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Jour d'Hermes Absolu

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Hermès Jour d'Hermes Absolu is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Jour d'Hermes Absolu opens with Apricot Blossom and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Floral, Jasmine, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Woody and Oakmoss. Hermès's Jour d'Hermes Absolu carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A truly divisive scent, Jour d'Hermes Absolu swings between sparkling elegance and sharp, sour disappointment. It's either a sun-drenched floral masterpiece or a grapefruit-heavy scrubber, depending entirely on your chemistry and nose. Approach with caution, but it might just be your next signature.
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Confident
  • Luxurious
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Jour d'Hermes Absolu Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Floral
100%
White Floral
91%
Citrus
84%
Woody
57%
Mossy
50%
Fresh Spicy
46%

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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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its bright, fresh, and often described as 'clean' profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, though some find it 'loud'. For dates, it's considered appealing and intimate by many, but its intensity could be too much for formal settings. The longevity and sillage, while lauded, reduce its 'sport' applicability.

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About

Jour d'Hermes Absolu bursts open with a luminous, tart grapefruit and sweet apricot blossom, a vibrant prelude that quickly morphs into a heart of lush white florals. Gardenia and jasmine provide a creamy softness, balancing the initial zing. The dry-down settles into a sophisticated, earthy blend of woody notes and oakmoss, maintaining a fresh complexity throughout its impressive wear. It's a journey from effervescent brightness to grounded elegance.

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