The fragrance's story and background 

The very first cologne created by Hermès was designed by Françoise Caron in 1979. Initially named Eau de Cologne Hermès, it was renamed Eau d'Orange Verte in 1997. It has become an icon, characterized by its lively freshness and distinctive green note. The iconic lantern bottle is dressed in a deep green, while a contrasting orange band on the packaging echoes the bottle's color.

Here is the olfactory description of Eau d'Orange Verte d'Hermès

Top notes:

This fragrance opens with bright, fresh citrus notes, dominated by green orange, evoking the freshness and energy of citrus. Notes of mandarin orange and lemon bring additional vivacity to this composition.

Heart notes:

The heart of the fragrance reveals notes of bitter orange, which add complexity to the scent. Neroli, extracted from orange blossom, adds a delicate floral sweetness. Green and herbaceous nuances evoke the freshness of a Mediterranean forest.

Base notes:

The base of the fragrance is light and soft. It includes notes of patchouli, an earthy, slightly woody ingredient that balances the freshness of citrus, and amber, which adds a touch of warmth and roundness.

Subtlety of the fragrance 

Eau d'Orange Verte is a unisex fragrance that captures the spirit of summer, the freshness of citrus and Mediterranean nature. It's light, energizing and perfectly suited to hot, sunny days. Its name, which means "Eau d'Orange Verte" in French, reflects its lively, invigorating olfactory profile.