Tangerine Vert (2004)
by Miller Harris

Miller Harris Tangerine Vert

Notes: sicilian green tangerines, grapefruit, lemon, marjoram, geranium, orange, cedar, moss, sweet musk (from millerharris.com)

Tangerine Vert starts with orange, tangerine, a mellow herbal accord, and soapy notes over a soft, sweet, but slightly leathery masculine musk. The structure of this fragrance is very much in keeping with traditional Eau de Colognes, except that TV is actually an EDP. As such, the top citrus notes are orchestrated to last a relatively long time. The scent is probably bolstered by synthetic citrus compounds, although the effect is a strikingly real tangerine fruit--juicy, sweet, acidic and vaguely bitter. TV is not a complicated or challenging fragrance. Despite its bright citrus quality, TV is actually quite calming, especially on days that are a bit hectic or anxiety-ridden. There is something about citrus that immediately catches one's attention, taking the focus off of nervous tension and putting the mind into the moment. TV successfully evokes "Tangerine" while being refined enough to wear as a personal fragrance. It is a great all-around, all occasion, warm weather scent, suitable for men or women.

A brisk, tart and moderately pleasing summer stroll that lacks an engaging dry down in the vain of Hermes Eau d'Orange Verte.No smooth and opulent phase here, just a continuation of the opening. If you truly enjoy a fragrance of this nature, you would be better served by plumping for the Hermes equivalent. It's cheaper, more involving, and less linear.

Contrary to many posts, I do not find Tangerine Vert to hold the comparison with Eau d'Orange Verte. It has far less character, and fades out very fast on my skin. Big mistake on my part to rely on other people's reviews to take my pick! Won't do it again. Tangerine Vert reminds me of an EdT by Yves Rocher I used to own when I was a child. It is bland, faint, and of no olfactory interest to me. Definitely not value for money either!

Here is a good alternative for Hermes Eau d'Orange Verte (EdOV) wearers that find EdOV to be too ephemeral. No, the citrus opening is not identical; as the name implies the opening citrus note is distinctly tangerine. But it lasts a lot longer than EdOV. And the drydown is a more complex mossy green. It really isn't fair to compare Tangerine Vert to EdOV; afterall, Tangerine Vert is an EdP, while EdOV is EdC strength. For EdP strength, longevity is relatively short (less than 12 hours for me). Still, I find it to be rather satisfying and think it will be really enjoyable in warmer weather. Definitely unisex. Notes, per the Miller Harris are: Sicilian green tangerine, grapefruit, lemon, marjoram, geranium, orange, with a base of cedar, moss and sweet musk.

I can certainly see why this is such a hit with BN'ers. A very earthy/green tangerine scent, that goes on extremely natural. A little dirty, a little old school, works for others, didnt work for me.

Green citrus, not bitter like oranges and not tart like lemons but the unique scent of tangerines (like the bottle says!). Very linear but uplifting and straightforward. Lasts long enough and is what I wanted Hermes Eau d'Orange Vert to be.