Warm and intense, the latest expression of Terre d’Hermès amplifies the earthy and woody quality of the original with a slight sweet and spicy flavour, thanks to the addition of a middle coffee note. The base lava stone accord drives home the warmth of the fragrance but not in a manner that overpowers. Overall, the Terre d’Hermès Eau De Parfum Intense has a masculine quality but one that isn’t typical of woody masculine fragrances.
Like the fragrance, your style leans towards the masculine but these are not the fuddy-duddy menswear of yesteryear. There is a relaxed sense to how you dress, which serves to ground your penchant for suiting and other classics. The only rule you adhere to is the middle crease on a pair of trousers...that is non-negotiable.
Minimalism was never a trend for you—it’s a lifestyle. But of course, minimalism isn’t simply pairing an oversized AIRism T-shirt with khaki shorts. No, you play around with proportions, fabrics and textures, with a conscious intent on using monochromatic hues for maximum visual impact.
Aesop’s latest fragrance might offer some affinity. Much like the way you prefer to dress, the Aurner eau de parfum is subtle but exceeds expectations. While it is considered a floral scent, the fragrance comes across as more green with its key magnolia leaf ingredient. It’s light and fresh, with a powdery element that reveals a base of sumptuous woods. This makes Aurner the perfect finishing scent, or as a base on which to layer other fragrances for a personalised scent profile.
At first spritz, the Colonia Il Profumo eau de parfum is sharp and intense. The modern reimagining of Acqua di Parma’s first fragrance, the Colonia, is bolder and more citrus-forward. The Italian bergamot comes through immediately, with the grapefruit and blood orange supplementing the intensity. But that’s only the first impression as the scent settles to showcase a pleasant combination of fresh woods and warmth.
The perfect match for the Colonia Il Profumo is an unconventional style. Think streetwear-centric looks, perhaps combining distressed wide-legged jeans and exaggerated shapes, all meticulously put together with aplomb. Just like the fragrance, your appearance may stun at first, but there is always nuance to the look.
There is flair in how you carry yourself and it translates to the things you wear and how you style them in interesting ways. Some might even say there’s an element of femininity to your style but it’s actually the modern dandiness that they have yet to catch on to. And if anything, you love an accessory or a detail that challenges the traditional perception of masculinity.
You are like Guerlain’s latest L’Art et La Matiere addition: Pêche Mirage. It’s undeniably fruity and sweet but not cloyingly so, thanks to a leathery and woody base. One could easily classify the fragrance as feminine. But like clothes, there’s absolutely no gender to perfume.
And who doesn’t want to smell like a very, very expensive and rich peach anyway?
