The Last Spritz

Popular fragrances

Score
86/100

Hermès

Jour d'Hermès EDP

2013

Morning light through a glass door — luminous, uncluttered, architecturally beautiful.

Jour d'Hermès
citrus
white floral
green

The take

What works

  • Jean-Claude Ellena's signature transparency at its most elegant
  • Aqueous white floral that reads fresh without the synthetic sheen
  • Office and spring wearer with serious craftsmanship

Trade-offs

  • Ellena's minimalism feels too subtle for those wanting projection
  • Short longevity relative to the EDP designation

Notes

Top

GrapefruitGrapefruitLemonLemonWatery NotesWatery Notes

Mid

White FlowersWhite FlowersGardeniaGardeniaGreen NotesGreen NotesSweet PeaSweet Pea

Base

MuskMuskWoody NotesWoody Notes

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring88%
Summer76%
Fall32%
Winter17%
Day100%
Night17%

Occasions

OfficeCasual

Gender

Strongly feminine

Smells like

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

You might also like

Different scent, similar vibe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Jour d'Hermès smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Jo Malone London Star Magnolia Cologne (2019) (64%), Giorgio Armani Gardénia Antigua (53%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Jour d'Hermès last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 75/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Jour d'Hermès?

Best in spring, daytime-leaning. Suited to office, casual.

Is Jour d'Hermès worth it?

At $85–$90, yes for this tier. Jean-Claude Ellena's signature transparency at its most elegant. Aqueous white floral that reads fresh without the synthetic sheen.

Details

Perfumer
Jean-Claude Ellena