Barénia
Barénia by Hermès is a feminine-leaning eau de parfum from 2023 in the premium price tier. It opens with bergamot and pink pepper, moves into osmanthus, jasmine and plum and dries down to oakmoss, patchouli and leather. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Bergamot Sharp citrus with a faint bitter edge. The opening of about half of all men's fragrances.
- Pink Pepper Fizzy, rosy and bright. Adds sparkle without heat.
Heart
- Osmanthus Apricot-and-leather floral. Unusual, warm and very wearable.
- Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.
- Plum Dark, wine-like and slightly stewed. Autumnal.
Dry-down
- Oakmoss Damp forest floor. Bitter, green and the backbone of every chypre.
- Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
- Leather Smoky, dry and a bit animal. Can be a new jacket or an old saddle.
Smells like this
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- Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Ombre
- Tom Ford Ombré Leather
- Arquiste No.31
- Estée Lauder Azuree
- Olfactive Studio Chambre Noire
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