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Score
82/100

Hermès

Eau D'Orange Verte 1979

1979

Mandarin, lemon, and orange blossom — Hermès's 1979 original cologne, crisp and gone fast.

Eau D'Orange Verte 1979
citrus
white floral
aromatic

The take

What works

  • Mandarin-bergamot-lemon-orange blossom crisp realistic citrus unisex
  • Versatile invigorating summer signature

Trade-offs

  • Needs constant reapplication
  • Very low projection on fabrics

Notes

Top

Performance

Longevity
2–4 hours
Projection
Within a foot
Sillage
Close trail

When to wear

Spring56%
Summer96%
Fall18%
Winter8%
Day100%
Night13%

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Eau D'Orange Verte 1979 smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Hermès Eau d'Orange Verte (85%), Frédéric Malle Bigarade Concentree (62%), Giorgio Armani Oranger Alhambra (56%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Eau D'Orange Verte 1979 last?

2–4 hours on most skin (moderate longevity at 30/100) with moderate projection.

When should you wear Eau D'Orange Verte 1979?

A summer specialist, daytime-leaning.

Is Eau D'Orange Verte 1979 worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. Mandarin-bergamot-lemon-orange blossom crisp realistic citrus unisex. Versatile invigorating summer signature.

Details

Perfumer
Francoise Caron