Most feminine perfumes are largely based on floral notes. Yet in 2004, the house of Hermès created a surprise and chose to highlight ambergris in its perfume l'Eau Des Merveilles. Although unusual, it quickly won over the public, revealing a highly appealing masculine-feminine facet.
To be an artist worthy of the name, popular wisdom says one must have one's feet on the ground and one's head in the stars. Now, this is precisely what inspired the house of Hermès when it created l'Ambre des Merveilles, in 2012. Yet, today, the house seems to have left dry land to head for the sea. In this sense, the brand decided to develop a brand new perfume named l'Eau des Merveilles Bleue. This new composition opens a new chapter in the history of the house of Hermès, drawing us into depths more enchanting and harmonious than ever.
Christine Nagel's sources of inspiration, Hermès perfumer
Christine Nagel is a creator who does not lack character and this shows in each of her perfumes. Usually fascinated by sillages with panache, she likes to craft juices with the same spirit as that associated with her fiery personality. Rational and instinctive, Christine Nagel has an atypical personality and expresses an immense need for freedom. She arrived at the heart of perfumery through scientific studies. Many also consider that Christine Nagel approaches perfumery in an unconventional way. However, this did not prevent her from achieving excellence. Christine Nagel is among the greatest perfumers in the world and her career has notably been graced with several awards such as a Fifi Award in 2005 or a Prix François Coty in 2008. Likewise, it was in 2014 that consecration came. The creator was named exclusive perfumer of the house of Hermès, succeeding Jean-Claude Ellena, a true monument of perfumery. From then on, she sought to preserve her predecessor's colossal legacy while adding her own personal touch. To do this, Christine Nagel does not hesitate to immerse herself in her childhood memories. Now, since l'Ambre des Merveilles is a creation that Jean-Claude Ellena associated with an almost childlike sense of wonder at the world, Christine Nagel decided to turn to her own childhood memories to find inspiration. Thus, she recalled a day spent at the sea…
The aquatic and maritime scent of l'Eau des Merveilles Bleue
What could be more wonderful than the gaze of a child filled with stars when they catch sight of the sea for the very first time? Christine Nagel indeed recalls this precise moment. She says: I was amazed by the pebbles wetted by the sea, they had a particular color and shine, and I discovered in them a salty, mineral taste. It is therefore from this memory that the magical scent of the ocean in l'Eau des Merveilles Bleue emanates. This perfume has a fairly simple yet no less effective formula. It revolves around three major ingredients and aims to be both woody and mineral, as if swept by sea spray. L'Eau des Merveilles Bleue leaves behind it a maritime breath. This is warmed by woody notes, ensuring a link between land and sea. Finally, patchouli enriches the whole with its roundness. It brings this juice more warmth and elegance.