Hermès 2014 EDT

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Terre d'Hermes Tres Fraiche

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Hermès Terre d'Hermes Tres Fraiche is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Terre d'Hermes Tres Fraiche opens with Citrus, Orange, and Rain, settles into a heart of Geranium, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Cedar, and Patchouli. Hermès's Terre d'Hermes Tres Fraiche carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A legendary summer citrus, Terre d'Hermes Eau Tres Fraiche is a divisive but ultimately beloved 'freshie' that nails natural orange better than most. Despite its discontinuation, the hype is real for this invigorating scent, making it a must-have for warm weather. Expect some to find it 'sweaty' though - sample first.
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Terre d'Hermes Tres Fraiche Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange37%
Citrus36%
Rain27%
Heartas listed
Geranium100%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes38%
Cedar34%
Patchouli28%

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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, light projection and moderate longevity make it ideal for casual wear, office settings, and sport without overpowering. While suitable for a daytime date, its lack of 'formal heft' means it won't shine for evening events, as it's primarily a warm-weather, outdoor scent.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

Imagine freshly peeled oranges, zesty and vibrant, perfectly mingled with the clean aroma of rainwater and a subtle mineral earthiness. This scent immediately invigorates with its bright citrus opening, evolving into a heart of green, slightly rosy geranium. The dry down retains a fresh woodiness, grounded by cedar and patchouli, preventing it from ever straying too sweet or fleeting. It's a natural, sophisticated take on summer freshness, less the original's peppery bite, more pure, unadulterated sunshine.

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