Terre d'Hermès (2006)
by Hermès

A gem. Terre's EDT version beats the parfum in my book. Several reviews say that the parfum is "more subtle", but I have to disagree To me, parfum is too sweet and cloyingly in your face, while EDT focuses more on the woods, a bit of pepper, and the eponymous "earthiness". But that's just my personal opinion- I also believe you can't go wrong with either.

26th January, 2012.

Find this cologne so boring! To me it smells like dull oranges, hint of chocolate and honey. Personally I think it's been over hyped on BN. I'm willing to swap.

2nd January, 2012.

First off, I would consider myself a "noob" when it came to colognes. That said, I do know what smells good. And this, smells good.

Imagine eating an orange by the campfire. It sounds strange maybe, but it works.

26th December, 2011.

I got this as a surprise gift at Christmas time and i absolutely love it. I am huge fan of zesty. green, woody fragrances but during the cold winter months I like to spice things up a bit. :)

This fragrance is perfect for that in my opinion and on first impressions I get crisp top notes of bitter Orange and Grapefruit blended with Pepper and Patchouli that begin to develop into a warm woody scent that is accentuated by the addition of Benzoin , Cedar and Vetiver.

There are also hints of Rose and Geranium that give an almost soap like quality to this fragrance but in contrast there is also metallic and mineral notes that compliment each other well.Personally this fragrance makes me think of warm wet earth after a thunderstorm and dry rocks warming in the desert heat.

Overall this unique and well balanced fragrance is perfect for use all year round but comes into it's element during the colder months with it's crisp and spicy combination.

I find that there are some similarities between this and Declaration by Cartier( both developed by master perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena) but this one for me is more fresh than musky on the skin.

25th December, 2011.

Terre d'Hermes starts with a sharp citrus blast followed closely by a strong pepper note that almost seals the deal, but in the wrong direction. I dislike strong pepper notes. However, something interesting happens as Td'H develops. The top, mid and basenotes emerge so rapidly that this fragrance is almost linear. Cedar and vetiver emerge very quickly and thankfully, the pepper note takes a step back. The base of Td'H is woody, earthy and basalmic (benzoin). The benzoin adds a light sweetness that helps balance the woody and earthy accords. When the base sets in, I'm hooked. Td'H develops into a decidedly masculine fragrance that beats the crap out of so many of those watery things out there today. Longevity is similar in duration to a Wagner opera cycle. I can see Td'H becoming a part of my regular rotation despite the pepper-induced sneeze in the opening. Very pleasant surprise, this one. Pleasant indeed.

25th December, 2011.

Grapefruit burst n opening, followed by woodsy, green accord. This is the earthy cologne by which all others are measured. If you like the smell of moss pulled fresh from the rocks near a tennessee mountain cave, then this is your fragrance. If you like the smell of urban, fruity, chemically digital scents, go to the mall and find the store that if you lit a match it would explode. This is a mans scent. Walking by with this on, a female made this statement, and I quote, "Wow! That is amazing!" her friend said, "that smells so different!", to which her friend replied, "that is what a man should smell like!" Do all agree? No! However, I am fascinated with this fragrance, especially the Eau de Parfum. It has a depth and warmth to its middle to basenotes that soothe the soul. My wife cannot get enough of this fragrance on me.

Heres a little trick for those who arent fans of the top note of grapefruit, but love the middle pepper like movement. Spray some on arms and chest, then shower 5 minutes later...Top note goes, and middle to basenotes remain! England in a bottle.

As always,
wear what you love!
-jasonk931

16th December, 2011.