Hermès 2012 Edp

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L’Ambre des Merveilles

by Jean-Claude Ellena

Hermès L’Ambre des Merveilles is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. The fragrance settles into a heart of Amber, Labdanum, Vanilla, and Patchouli.

Our verdict on L’Ambre des Merveilles: Favourite

Divisive and understated, L'Ambre des Merveilles is a softly sparkling amber scent that some adore as a sophisticated skin scent, while others find it too faint, linear, or even a bit 'old school'. Expect a warm embrace rather than a bold declaration.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
L’Ambre des Merveilles Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 3%
Fruity 0%
Green 0%
Sweet 47%
Warm 30%
Woody 15%
Earthy 30%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 0%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Vanilla
66%
Woody
48%
Patchouli
48%
Powdery
48%

Notes

Heart Notes

Amber 34% Vanilla 28% Labdanum 21% Patchouli 17%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its moderate sillage and 'skin scent' reputation make it office appropriate, while the warm, inviting amber and vanilla lend themselves well to dates and casual wear. It's less suited for formal events due to its understated nature and not at all for sport.

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L'Ambre des Merveilles opens with an almost effervescent, sparkling quality, hinting at a subtle citrus or even a ginger ale fizz, before settling into its core of warm, resinous amber. Vanilla and labdanum provide a creamy, slightly salty sweetness, creating a cozy and inviting aura. A touch of patchouli adds depth, preventing it from becoming cloying, resulting in a smooth, sophisticated scent that melts into the skin.

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