Hermès Perfumes - Heritage, Craft, and Olfactory Artistry

A Maison Rooted in French Artistry

Hermès was founded in Paris in 1837 by Thierry Hermès, originally focusing on equestrian equipment and fine leather goods. Over generations, the house broadened its expertise to include silk scarves, handbags, accessories, and, beginning in 1951, the art of perfumery. Every Hermès fragrance is shaped by the maison’s values - integrity of materials, disciplined creation, and an enduring connection to French artistic traditions.

The Olfactory Journey Begins

Hermès entered the world of scent with Eau d’Hermès in 1951, a composition by Edmond Roudnitska. This fragrance - featuring citrus, spice, and leather - evoked the tactile world of Hermès ateliers. In 1961, Caleche by Guy Robert became the house’s signature for women, merging aldehydes and florals with woody undertones.

The next decades saw the creation of notable fragrances such as Amazone (1974), Bel Ami (1986), Equipage (1970), and the enduring 24 Faubourg (1995). In 2004, the arrival of Jean-Claude Ellena as in-house perfumer marked a new chapter, giving rise to collections defined by transparency, natural ingredients, and innovative olfactory territory.

Iconic Collections and Modern Signatures

24 Faubourg

• 24 Faubourg (1995)
• 24 Faubourg Eau Delicate (2003)
• 24 Faubourg Edition Numero 24 (2015)
• 24 Faubourg Jeu Des Omnibus Et Dames Blanches (2011)

Named after the maison’s Paris flagship, this collection highlights orange blossom, jasmine, and vanilla, capturing sunlight and Parisian elegance in each bottle.

Caleche and Kelly Calèche

• Caleche (1961)
• Caleche Eau Delicate (2003)
• Kelly Calèche (2007)
• Kelly Calèche Eau de Parfum (2009)

Caleche pays tribute to Hermès’ heritage, while Kelly Calèche, inspired by the iconic bag, introduces rose, iris, and subtle leather.

Terre d’Hermès

• Terre d’Hermès (2006)
• Terre d’Hermès Parfum (2009)
• Terre d’Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver (2018)
• Terre d’Hermès Eau Givrée (2022)

This masculine signature explores the interplay of vetiver, citrus, and mineral accords, inspired by earth and sky.

Eau des Merveilles

• Eau des Merveilles (2004)
• Elixir des Merveilles (2006)
• Eau Claire des Merveilles (2010)
• Eau des Merveilles Bleue (2016)
• L’Ombre des Merveilles (2020)

The Merveilles series blends amber, woods, and marine notes, evoking a world between fantasy and reality.

Hermessence Collection

• Vetiver Tonka (2004)
• Osmanthe Yunnan (2005)
• Ambre Narguile (2004)
• Vanille Galante (2009)
• Epice Marine (2013)

Hermessence is a series of compositions centered on pure materials - vetiver, tonka bean, osmanthus, vanilla - structured by clarity and restraint.

Barénia

• Barénia (2024)
• Barénia Intense (2025)

Named after the iconic Hermès leather, the Barénia collection explores olfactory textures with compositions centered on supple, creamy, and woody accords. These scents evoke the tactile richness and warm hues of fine leather, interpreted through nuanced blends designed for modern elegance.

Jardin Series

• Un Jardin en Méditerranée (2003)
• Un Jardin sur Le Nil (2005)
• Un Jardin Après la Mousson (2008)
• Le Jardin de Monsieur Li (2015)
• Un Jardin à Cythère (2023)

The Jardin collection explores gardens worldwide, using notes like mango, lotus, tea, and aquatic greens for a travel-inspired olfactory experience.

Jour d’Hermès

• Jour d’Hermès (2013)
• Jour d’Hermès Absolu (2014)
• Jour d’Hermès Gardenia (2015)

This series celebrates luminosity and floral nuance, anchored by gardenia, rose, and jasmine.

H24

• H24 (2021)
• H24 Eau de Parfum (2022)
• H24 Herbes Vives (2024)

Modern masculine compositions blending clary sage, narcissus, and high-tech metallic notes - bridging natural and contemporary materials.

Twilly d’Hermès

• Twilly d’Hermès (2017)
• Twilly d’Hermès Eau Poivrée (2019)
• Twilly d’Hermès Eau Ginger (2021)
• Tutti Twilly d’Hermès (2023)

The Twilly collection is vibrant and youthful, with ginger, tuberose, and sandalwood forming playful contrasts.

Voyage d’Hermès

• Voyage d’Hermès (2010)
• Voyage d’Hermès Parfum (2012)

This series explores light, wood, and musk for a unisex journey - echoing the house’s spirit of travel and exploration.

Legacy of Scent and Creative Direction

Hermès perfume history is defined by its connection to celebrated perfumers such as Edmond Roudnitska, Guy Robert, and Jean-Claude Ellena. The house’s four olfactory territories - Colognes, Garden-Perfumes, Novel-Perfumes, and Hermessence - offer a wide spectrum, each constructed with disciplined artistry and attention to material.

Whether interpreting Parisian sunlight in 24 Faubourg, Mediterranean gardens in the Jardin collection, or elemental earth in Terre d’Hermès, each Hermès perfume is composed to stand as a reflection of the maison’s approach - timeless, purposeful, and always evolving.