Terre d’Hermès: started in 2006 by Jean-Claude Ellena, Terre d’ Hermes Men is a metaphor for materials, a matrix that speaks of territory as well as matter, earth, and roots.
This vertically structured scent is based on an alchemy of wood, the scent first introduces the gaity of orange, the bitterness of grapefruit and the vivacity of pepper and of fresh spices. This “vegetality” flirts with the mineral effect of flint and the coarseness of vetiver. Dominated by cedar, the fragrance goes deeper with the sweetness of resins and the impalpable voluptuousness of benzoin.
Terre d’ Hermes Men The architectural glass bottle is transformed into metal, polished, then engraved, to become a metal refillable spray.
The vibrant, dazzling surface takes on a patina with use, marking time with elegance and character.
“Feeling the earth, lying on the ground, gazing at the sky.” Jean-Claude Ellena
Terre d’Hermès is a symbolic narrative exploring raw material and its metamorphosis. A novel that expresses the alchemical power of the elements. An eau between earth and sky. A journey imbued with strength and poetry. Woody, vegetal and mineral.
Most Common Questions and Answers About Terre d’Hermès (Hermès for Men)
1. What does Terre d’Hermès smell like?
Terre d’Hermès is a woody, citrus, and earthy fragrance. It opens with vibrant orange and grapefruit, moves into a heart of pepper and flint, and settles into a dry, mineral base of vetiver, cedar, and benzoin. It’s mature, refined, and natural-smelling.
2. Is Terre d’Hermès long-lasting?
Yes, the EDT version typically lasts 7–10 hours, with moderate to strong projection, especially during the first few hours. The Parfum version lasts even longer and is smoother and woodier.
3. Is Terre d’Hermès suitable for all seasons?
It’s versatile, but it shines best in spring and fall. The citrus and earthiness make it perfect for mild to warm weather, while the woody base works well year-round.
4. What are the main notes in Terre d’Hermès?
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Top notes: Orange, Grapefruit
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Heart notes: Flint, Pepper, Pelargonium
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Base notes: Vetiver, Cedar, Benzoin, Patchouli
5. Is Terre d’Hermès suitable for the office?
Absolutely. It’s elegant, non-offensive, and perfect for professional settings, offering a clean yet masculine sophistication.
6. Is Terre d’Hermès a mature scent?
Yes. While younger wearers can pull it off, it’s generally considered a grown-up, confident scent, ideal for men in their late 20s and up.
Similar Fragrances to Terre d’Hermès
1. Lalique – Encre Noire à l’Extrême
A darker, deeper vetiver-wood scent with a drier and smokier profile. Ideal for fans of Terre’s earthy base.
2. Cartier – Déclaration
Shares a similar spicy-citrus-woody character with a slightly more floral and bitter edge.
3. Guerlain – Vetiver (EDT)
More focused on vetiver and citrus, this classic fragrance offers the same elegant, earthy vibe in a fresher way.
4. Montblanc – Explorer
While it leans more toward Creed Aventus, Explorer includes earthy vetiver and woods that echo Terre d’Hermès’s modern masculinity.
5. Hermes – H24
A more futuristic, metallic-green take on the Terre style—fresher, softer, and more contemporary in tone.
