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In the opening, a full blast of coffee with a hint of licorice, which I don't like so much. After about an hour, the typical Terre d'Hermès DNA comes through, giving it a slight freshness without being fresh. Overall, the scent is dry, earthy, and woody. I like the fragrance, but whether I would buy it, I don't know.

At first testing, I was disillusioned, finding the scent boring and lacking individuality as it reminded me too much of Light Blue Forever. However, while wearing it, I liked the scent more and more. At the beginning, you immediately get the grapefruit like in Light Blue Forever, just without the synthetic notes and much creamier. After a few hours, it reminds me of Terre D'Hermes, just without the dirty, harsh aspects. I perceive the grapefruit throughout the entire duration. On me, the scent lasted 8 hours with a good sillage, which is just right for me as I don't like beast mode or skin scents. I'm sure I will like it even more in summer at least 20 degrees, and I see it as best suited for summer.

Gourmand dark almond leather scent. At first, the first 10-15 minutes are a bit of an adjustment (too sweet for me), then it becomes creamier. It vaguely reminds me of Sugar Leather, just darker and without cinnamon. Personally, it doesn't appeal to me, I can't say why. The DNA is not for me, but it's still a well-made scent. H/S on my skin is only mediocre.

Sour and bitter citrus scent. Directly on the skin, it reminds me of Nio; in the air, it smells more floral and fruity. I can mostly smell lemon and melon with a hint of floral notes. It smells very natural, not a trace of synthetics. Sillage and longevity are good for a fresh scent, definitely better than with Nio. I like it very much, it's something different.

Pleasant oud scent, interpreted in a velvety way. Beautifully fruity, woody, smoky but also elegant. I only perceive leather in the background, so those who don't like leather need not worry. I'm actually not a fan of overly fruity fragrances, but I like this one. On the second day of wearing it, I notice the leather more strongly, similar to London, just fruitier and softer. Whether I would buy it, I still don't know. Overall, I like the scent, but the final spark to make a purchase hasn't ignited yet.