Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles

Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles - perfume for women and men
L'Ambre des Merveilles by Hermes - "An innovative new fragrance, L'Ambre des Merveilles is at once mysterious and sublime, warm and sensuous." --hermes.com
Perfume House | Hermes |
Introduced | September 2012 |
Tagline | -- |
Scent Classification | Oriental |
Perfumer | Jean-Claude Ellena |
Fragrance Notes | Amber, labdanum, vanilla, patchouli |
Package Designer | Bottle by Serge Mansau. |
Print/TV Campaign | -- |
Available Products |
Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles - Eau de Parfum 1.6oz, 3.3oz / $108-149 |
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Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles Perfume
Find Your Perfect Scent
Perfume experts, designers, and fashion-savvy women reveal the secrets to discovering the fragrances that suit your style.
Classic & Elegant
For those who appreciate a well-tailored suit or dress, your taste is likely classic and elegant. The always impeccable model Carmen Dell'Orefice, who has been wearing the discreet Bandit by Robert Piguet for decades, is a good reference. Pair fall's cashmere sweaters with a scent containing soft florals blended with the warmth of patchouli, such as Chloe L'Eau de Chloe and Bottega Veneta.
Classic and Elegant Perfumes
- Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles, $149, Hermes
- Chloe L'Eau de Chloe, $85, Sephora
- Bottega Veneta Eau de Parfum, $63.50, Bottega Veneta
- Cartier Basier Vole Eau de Toilette, $85, Cartier
- Guerlain La Petite Robe Noir, $64, Sephora
(Prince, Jessica. "Find Your Perfect Scent." Harper's Bazaar Nov. 2012: 206-211)

Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles Perfume
New Blends You'll Love - SPICY
Amber is paired with vanilla for a sensual -- and surprisingly subtle -- aroma.
Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles, eau de parfum, $149 / 3.3 fl. oz.; hermes.com.
Other SPICY Perfumes:
- Reem Acra Eau de Parfum
- Chanel Coco Noir
Fruity Perfumes:
- Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire
- DVF Love Diane
Floral Perfumes:
- Marchesa Parfum d'Extase
- Stella McCartney L.I.L.Y.
- Dolce & Gabbana Pour Femme
(Serrano, Angelique. "Making Scents of it All." InStyle Nov. 2012: 205-210)

Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles Perfume
Heavenly Scent
This month Hermes will debut L'Ambre des Merveilles -- the latest incarnation of the esteemed Eau des Merveilles fragrance line, created by in-house perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena. The scent's golden notes of amber, vanilla, labdanum, and patchouli paired with its signature celestial bottle -- designed by Serge Mansau -- are a heavenly combination. (hermes.com)
(Estes, Lenora Jane. "Beauty: Fanfair." Vanity Fair Oct. 2012: 144)

Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles Perfume
Worldly Scents
Intrepid fragrance explorer Courtney Dunlop uncovers informs history of how culture informs what smells good to us.
Hermes L'Ambre des Merveilles Eau de Parfum, $149
(Dunlop, Courtney. "Wordly Scents." Marie Claire Sept. 2012: 346-348)
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