Hermès 2025 Edp

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Oud Esma

by Christine Nagel

Hermès Oud Esma is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025, created by Christine Nagel. Oud Esma opens with Oud, settles into a heart of Woody, and dries down to a base of Resin. Hermès's Oud Esma carries an Acquired verdict, a balsamic-led wear.

Seriously, this isn't just another oud. It's an Hermès oud: refined, potent, and built for winter. Folks are raving about its longevity and unique character, a testament to its luxury positioning.
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
Oud Esma Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 0%
Fruity 0%
Green 0%
Sweet 7%
Warm 20%
Woody 57%
Earthy 25%
Animalic 17%
Fresh 0%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Woody
84%
Balsamic
61%
Oud
49%

Notes

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and inherent richness make it less suitable for the office, but perfect for evenings and colder weather formal events. The strong, lasting scent profile is also a hit for date nights, as reported by enthusiasts.

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About

Oud Esma opens with a rich, dark wave of genuine oud, eschewing harshness for a smooth, captivating introduction. As it settles, a deep woody heart emerges, seamlessly blended with warm, sticky resins that lend a luxurious balsamic sweetness. The resins linger into the base, creating a long-lasting, amber-laden dry down that feels both ancient and utterly modern. It's a complex, enveloping scent that beckons you closer.