Eau d'Orange Verte

Identical to Granado Folha de Laranjeira (Orange tree leaves), at least in the opening and the few minutes it lasted on skin. Unfortunately Granado FDL was discontinued

Eau d'Orange Verte, Eau de Cologne, by Hermès, smells like a green clementine. The opening is quite bitter, it smells like a green clementine's rind and seeds. It smells like a realistic natural citrus essential oil, a scent you fin everywhere in the Côte d'Azur. Once the fragrance dries down, the bitterness fades away. That moment, you can sense the Terre d'Hermes DNA. A very wearable, timeless citrus.

Luxurious lemon scent. Classic feel

The fragrance justifies its name—it is orange and it is green. A reformulated version of Hermès's very first cologne, it is a sharp but pleasant, fresh, vibrant, masculine, and bittersweet, citrus-heavy barbershop cologne. The combination of realistic orange and lemon notes with a soapy background gives off a retro, old-school vibe. As an EDC, its longevity is understandably short, but this scent isn't meant to impress others. It is a fleeting self-indulgence and an instant pick-me-up after a shower or a shave. This is something you would splash on after a quick dip in the sea while staying on your old-money family's yacht during an Oxford summer break. 7/10

A citrus dominant fragrance that I can only use in the high heat. It reminds me of lime gelatin dessert.

This stuff is unbelievably good, but I must note that if you want the same exact scent profile without the delicate touch JC Ellena is known for, Sculpture Pour H'omme Parfum is the much better performing, richer brother to this. However you can easily pick up the fixatives used to get the far superior longevity of that fragrance. But the two are strikingly similar and that one is cheaper and you get a full 100ml bottle with superior performance! But if you want the higher quality scent of the two, this is definitely the one to get.

Too strong, and it somehow smells like peppered chicken feet on my skin （友有泡椒鳳爪⋯）

I'll say like here, not love. The opening is great, this wonderful crisp orange scent with some almost vegetal green accompanying it. It loses most of its depth in the drydown but never becomes unpleasant. As basically everyone else has said - this is a classic cologne. It doesn't last long.

Orange/green explosion Wow! A fresh blast of realistic citrus oils. Almost like sweet/sour lemon candy. This is amazing. I ordered samples from various designer freshes from the 00s and 10s and they all smell the same: minty, dark, fresh and sweet like candy. This is totally different. I love it. After the initial blast it gets more soapy, like those old-fashioned soaps or beauty powders.

This is beautiful but unfortunately lasts around 10min on my skin.

Crushed vitamin c tablets , no staying power. There’s better freshies from this house to consider

Twisted orange peel, generous oakmoss, fresh green mint and a hint of patchouli... A very gentle, dewy, green and fresh feel. It also has a retro vibe, so for me this is close to perfection! Wasn't surprised at all that the perfumer is JC Ellena, he's usually the one behind these kinds of transparent beauties... Tag(s): mossy, fresh, green, dewy, transparent, soapy-clean, retro

I truly am in love with this fragrance, but maaan the longevity is seriously bad. Lynx Deodorant lasts longer than this. This fragrance is in the same family as Eau Sauvage, but this is more modern and citric forward. Hermes, please fix this!!!

Very mild smell, mostly citrus and ginger. Smells like a 2 euros candle.

old money, and one of the best scents in H catalogue overall; to me: the best citrus-soap forward scent of all times not only of that era; but longevity-sillage of this EdC make it hard for me to find a proper application scenario for it today.

Smells like when u got up early in the summer and go out and play football with no shoes you feel the wet grass and its not to cold or too warm its perfect balans.

Sometimes, simple is the best choice. There's just occasions where you don't have to bring out the big guns, steal the spotlight with potent, nose-piercing, complex compositions. Just something that gets the job done, keeping you under the radar. Sure, a very rare occasion for anyone invested into perfumery; we all like to stick out. But for those few who prefer a softer, uncomplicated fragrance most days of the week, something like Eau d'Orange Verte could be worth a sniff. The scent itself starts with a realistic, bright and zesty orange, slightly sour-sweet, and it progressively turns juicier. It barely lasts in its full uplifting power, soon being accompanied by a touch of cool, fresh mint that pairs nicely with the tame acidity of the orange. That's largely stage 1. The second and final stage sees the scent add a dry, fresh woodiness lacking in overall presence as it is quite soft. Add in the remaining citric aroma on top, as well as a bit of damp moss, and the woods stay slightly more distant. It's overall a pleasant scent, just nothing to phone home about. It's decently blended and of good quality, with the orange being very realistic. The only thing that could potentially ruin this for someone is if that someone is especially sensitive to the scent of moss, which is very tame here to be honest. Me personally, the more moss, the better. You'll quickly arrive to the conclusion that this is a VERY soft fragrance in terms of performance; just about as quickly as the scent itself fades away. On my skin, it pretty much didn't surpass two hours, and during this time, the only projection I got was in the first 30 minutes, where even there it was pretty subdued. Being an Eau de Cologne, it isn't really all that surprising. At the time of this writing, Eau d'Orange Verte is the weakest performing fragrance I've tested, and it will probably stay like that for a while. But it's definitely one of the most versatile ones too. I mean, extremely simple and easy-going scent profile + supremely short-lived performance? Apart from colder days or contexts where you'd actually want to stick out a bit, there's no place where you couldn't wear Eau d'Orange Verte. But now, is it really worth it if performance is so weak? After all, performance is what everyone wants nowadays. Phrases like "Beast mode", "Nuclear Projection", and "Extreme Longevity" top the charts in the vocabulary of most fragrance influencers. And this subconsciously makes people think that bad performance = bad fragrance. And sure, it most cases, there's some truth to that. But Eau d'Orange Verte is not aiming for the same demographic. This fragrance, whether intentionally made so weak or not, is for the few people who either enjoy the simplicity of the scent so much that are willing to trade off performance and overspray if anything, or people who simply want something soft and unobtrusive. Yes, there's people who genuinely prefer a 2 hour fragrance instead of a room-filling, attention-grabbing scent. Now, the pricing seems to vary a little, but generally you can find Eau d'Orange Verte for like €80-€100. If performance is what you're after, then this is terrible value, unless you're willing to literally bathe in it. But if you value simplicity and discreet, maybe you could justify the spending. Presentation: 6/10 Scent: 7/10 Longevity: 1/10 Projection: 1/10 Versatility: 9.5/10 Value for Money: 2/10 Overall: 4.4/10

It has beautiful orange easy going note, but it barely catches on your skin. It fades so quickly.

The smell is so natural that I would have bought a full bottle in a heartbeat. But the longevity is horrible. My skin is amazing for perfume. Even the weakest EDTs or cologne last and project on my skin all day. Not this one, this is an overpriced citrus water. Gone in 1 minute and zero projection. A pity, it was the perfect orange, with the zest and leaves and flowers.

I'm aware that, much like Mugler Cologne, Eau d’Orange Verte is a fragrance of simplicity. This minimalism is a characteristic element of Jean-Claude Ellena's style. However, these perfumes positively radiate with greenery and citrus. They're juicy and distinctly orange, with undeniable cooling properties. I've also read about their similarity to Eau d’Hadrien by Annick Goutal. Currently, I'm not familiar with the composition created by Isabelle Doyen, but if that changes, I'll certainly address the comparison in an appropriate review. Nonetheless, I can wholeheartedly recommend Eau d’Orange Verte to anyone seeking a breath of fresh air in the summer heat (these perfumes are suitable for both women and men). Furthermore, I'd like to remind you that the third and final part of this mini-series is still ahead, featuring a fragrance from the truly top shelf. Are you curious? My rating: Highly recommended! (7/7)

beautiful smell where mint and cassis make such a good opening! Just that, it lasts for 2 hours and vanishes completely. Really really weak. Other than that, perfect spicy citrus smell, uniqueness one hundred percent!

This is certainly an interesting scent. The citrus opening, paired with a sharp mint note, leans a bit too reminiscent of Irish Spring soap for my taste. The patchouli comes on a bit too strong for my liking too. This isn’t really a fragrance I’d reach for, but I can appreciate it’s clean and soapy character. I would say it leans more male but women could wear it too I guess.

Eau D’Orange Verte, originally named Eau de Cologne D’Hermès from its release in 1979 (or 1953 under Edmond Roudnitska) up until 1997, was the first commercial success of Françoise Caron; sister of Olivier Cresp. The current offering stands as a re-imagining by Jean-Claude Ellena, and is utterly sublime. It follows a classical cologne-style structure, centred around bitter, yet refreshing citruses, counterbalanced by a pronounced green and mossy base. The orange, as expected, is the most prominent note, with its tart citric sharpness furthered by lemons and mint. The moss on the other hand, has been made bitter, leafy and almost sour with cassis. The original composition is said to have an unexpected sweetness from pineapple and mango, which I certainly do not detect here. As it stands, this is a stunning rendition of a typically French eau de cologne.

This is a traditionally French, citrus barbershop cologne. Saying that it is ultra masculine is not necessary, if you know anything about fragrances, but the majority of people in fragrantica are just newbies or with low olfactory iq.

It smells stunning. A bitter orange with a hint of herbacious notes, zesty and soapy. There's a cooling and refreshing quality to this scent that's almost watery. However it doesn't project and doesn't last. I have washed my hands with soaps that last longer and project more scent than Eau d'Orange Verte, which is a damn shame because at first sniff I was ready to run to the store and purchase a bottle asap.

What can I say about a perfume I’ve been using for almost 10 years? It’s really hard to review something that’s become a part of my life.. to me, it IS the scent of summer. Citrusy? Yes, but more like orange peel than juicy fruit. Herbaceous and aromatic, even a bit creamy in some odd bitter way in the background and that bitterness is just perfect. It's mossy, sharp, clean, cooling. You don’t really smell mint directly, but it gives that cooling effect, perfect for heatwaves like the one we’re having today. For me, it’s nostalgic too. It brings back memories of carefree summer mornings by the sea, that freshness before the crowds, when you can still smell nature, mediterranean herbs and soil and you can feel a cool breeze on your skin. Unobtrusive, clean, natural - that's all you need sometimes. <3

Bright citruses and oakmoss create a cool and refreshing cologne. A touch of mint and patchouli elevate and ground it. It is wonderful while it lasts, but it has absolutely no longevity or sillage. I like it for the possibilities of what could have been, but its performance dashes all hope. It disappears before it can be fully enjoyed and leaves me disappointed. It leans masculine rather than unisex, but it is so weak it probably doesn't matter.

This is what my father wears on special summer occasions, so it kind of smells like happiness to me because of that. It's strong yet soft, herbaceous, sort of meditative scent. It has the intense freshness of basil and tomato leaves, combined with the crisp, sparkling orange. As it develops, it settles into more a more calming, spa-like herbal scent, though not quite medicinal (which would not be bad in my opinion). I love it.

Ahh freshly cut tomato stems and juicy, sour, and bitter oranges. Funny enough, nowhere do I see anyone of an official capacity describing the notes of this classic EdC as having a tomato leaf/stem accord. Hermes says it should smell of orange, mint, and woody notes of moss. A couple websites (you know the ones) also include lemon, papaya, mango, cassis, and patchouli, depending upon where you look. Is this a good sign? I think so; I think it says that Francois Caron's masterful 1979 creation is (was?) so unique that no one can or could quite agree as to what it does. I certainly smell lemon and orange, and as it dries down a very light and airy patchouli does seem to come through (in older formulations this was likely oakmoss, before the heavy hand of our overlords said we couldn't be trusted with our own health), but I still get this overall accord of freshly cut tomato stems. No matter. This is a most invigorating, revitalizing perfume that never fails to put a big smile on my face as it perfectly transports me to a beautiful fruit and vegetable garden on the Mediterranean coast in Southern France where I sit on a chaise under an umbrella, caressed by the warmth of the orange afternoon sun, sipping an ice cold lemonade and eating cherry tomatoes with olive oil and fresh herbs. I am no stranger to summer freshies as my perfume collection will show, and of the enormous number I have tried this is still one of my all-time favorites. Drawbacks? Well, some will say that it is very short-lived to the point of being disappointing and not full-bottle-worthy, and I have to say that criticism is valid; it is unusually short-lived, even for an EdC. Older formulations likely last longer. I need to try one. However, if you wear it in warm balmy weather, and since by relative standards it is quite cheap, go hog-wild with it - douse your skin, clothes, and hair in it and - guess what - it lasts just long enough. Besides, you'll want to reapply it anyway, no matter what, to get one more hit of that gorgeous bitter orange and tomato stem at the top. In fact, I think I'm going to put some more on right now.

Opening starts strong like peeling fresh orange. Then it takes two roads - about 10-15 cm distance on my skin the lemon note gets more dominant. Once I put my nose to wrist I can smell more cassis, oakmoss and patchouli combo. Mint is there but not very prominent. Longevity is about 2h and it is skin scent except for first 10 minutes. True unisex cologne in Ellena's watercolor painting style. This fragrance gently wispers quiet luxury while enhancing the mood of the wearer.