Fragrance Notes
L'Ombre des Merveilles
Hermès L'Ombre des Merveilles is an eau de parfum with a dark, smoky character, launched in 2020 by the French house. It opens on black tea, a dry, aromatic note that sets a composed tone from the first spray. As it settles, a soft incense heart emerges, adding a hazy, resinous quality that gives the scent its sense of mystery. The base is carried by tonka bean, whose sweet warmth rounds the drydown and keeps the composition from feeling austere.
Between these points the fragrance draws on amber, green and balsamic accords, with warm spice, vanilla and a touch of gourmand sweetness woven through. Together they create a layered profile that shifts gradually rather than announcing itself all at once, which suits those who enjoy scents that reveal more with time.
In terms of projection, it tends to sit fairly close to the skin and carries at a moderate distance, generally lasting through a long day without becoming overpowering. It suits evenings out and professional settings, and its depth makes it a natural choice from autumn through spring, though it wears comfortably in summer as well.
Presented as an eau de parfum in a 100ml bottle from Hermès.
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