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Hermessence Osmanthe Yunnan by Hermès
2005 • Unisex

HERMÈS
HERMESSENCE OSMANTHE YUNNAN

Hermessence Osmanthe Yunnan opens with a bright burst of citrus from the orange, mingling seamlessly with the refreshing notes of tea. As it evolves, the heart reveals a delicate floral bouquet featuring freesia and osmanthus, creating a soft, inviting character that feels both uplifting and comforting. As it settles into the base, warm hints of leather emerge, intertwined with the sweet, fruity essence of apricot, grounding the fragrance with a subtle richness that lingers gently on the skin. This unisex fragrance shines best in the warmth of spring and summer, making it an ideal choice for daytime wear. With moderate longevity and an intimate sillage, it's perfect for those who appreciate a more understated presence. Hermessence Osmanthe Yunnan is particularly suited for anyone who enjoys a fresh, floral experience with a hint of fruitiness and a whisper of leather-a unique blend that stands out among other fragrances in its category. If you favor a sophisticated yet approachable scent, this one is definitely worth trying, especially if you enjoy the balance of bright citrus and soft florals.

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person Perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena
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Hermessence Osmanthe Yunnan opens on tea and orange before easing into a osmanthus and freesia heart. Apricot and leather carry the base, which is where the wear ultimately lives. Performance is on the gentler side — a soft signature rather than a loud one. Hits hardest across summer and spring and leans daytime. Most wearers settle on liking it (4.1/5) rather than loving it — a safe rotation addition.

analytics SCENT PROFILE

timerLONGEVITY

4-6 Hours42%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Intimate6%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 35.7% SPRING
wb_sunny 36.6% SUMMER
eco 20.5% FALL
ac_unit 7.1% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 83% DAY
dark_mode 17% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

floral 100%
fruity 97%
leather 72%
green 70%
citrus 66%
lactonic 64%
fresh 62%
animalic 59%
soft spicy 56%
sweet 54%

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