H24 by Hermès

It’s a dry unisex scent with a more masculine character; opens with a rich herbal note reminiscent of fresh grass.

Spectacular: it’s not groundbreaking, but it’s clean, elegant, and delivers with sophisticated personality and a crisp metallic touch. Highly versatile for daily wear, the office, college, or casual outings. On my skin, it lasts 7-8 hours: projects about a meter for the first hour, then half a meter, and finally a personal bubble. It’s my go-to for work or informal situations. In three words: Versatile, sophisticated, and crisp. Rating: 9/10.

In a world where trends come and go fast, Hermès H24 is a manifesto of modernity. I stumbled upon it by mistake (I was looking for Herbes Vives) and it was a great find that reconciled me with the house. It balances classic sobriety with contemporary freshness. Before, Terre d’Hermès seemed mature and rigid to me, but Eau Intense Vétiver and now H24 showed me another side: dynamic and refined. H24 is a green, vibrant, almost metallic blast; herbal but with body and evolution. It conveys cleanliness and sophistication without clichés. It evokes maturity without smelling like ‘old man,’ offering a secure masculinity without affectation. Although vetiver isn’t in the pyramid, there’s that dry, earthy freshness that gives it depth. Lasts excellently with a persistent trail. In one word: serenity. It doesn’t seek to impress or fade away; it has a firm identity. I prefer this over Herbes Vives because it’s fresher and more modern; both share a metallic and vegetal DNA, but this one is more urban and timeless. It has earned a spot in my collection for its crisp, serene aroma and for representing the contemporary man who doesn’t need masks. It doesn’t shout, but it lingers.

In short: a jewel.

Excellent fragrance; I debuted it today at the office and loved it. It has good longevity: I put it on at 7:30 AM and still felt sprays at 3:30 PM. I was so pleased that I went home happy, having enjoyed it all day. It stands out from current trends, and I’m now looking at Terre d’Hermès with high regard.

The definitive modern green scent. No tonka, vanilla, or sweet lavenders. It smells crisp, clean, and stylish, giving you a rare versatility boost. It has a metallic, bitter, and citrusy touch that sets it apart from the clones. It’s authentic, it announces itself before you arrive, and leaves a lasting impression when you leave. It makes a presence for hours. At first, it’s a shock, but that’s its mission: to impress. It’s the black sheep of current perfumery.

A modern, unique, and distinct green sensation. I loved it because it smells clean, elegant, and brings something new to the category. No tonka or sweet vanilla, just pure tidiness and good style that gives you rare versatility.

H24 by Hermès is a fragrance that initially shocks you. After reading so much, I decided to try it, and I confess my expectations were high. I’d seen mixed opinions, from masterpiece to too experimental. Upon application, the truth is in the middle. First is its green freshness, marked by clary sage and narcissus, nothing classic. Something cleaner, like a freshly ironed shirt, very apt. What makes the difference is the metallic note by Christine Nagel, cold and bright, giving it a futuristic air. On skin, the green softens, becoming warm and cozy, as if the metal is melting. Patchouli and creamy woody notes appear in the dry down without losing the spotlight on that fresh, modern mix. It seeks to differentiate itself from the crowd, moving away from common designer formulas. Who is it for? For those seeking something different, modern, and versatile. It’s not seductive or mature like Terre d’Hermès. Wear it to work, a meeting, or a quiet date. Discreet projection, ideal for not dominating the room but still making an impression. Lasts about 5 hours before fading to skin level. Consistent with Nagel’s and Hermès’ style. Although it doesn’t quite fit the mature line (like Terre), its fresh focus stands out. Other versions like EDP and Herbes Vives add nuances. In summary, it’s a risky but well-calculated bet for those seeking something unique. Not for everyone, but if you want versatility and modernity, it’s worth a try. Is it worth the price? At 80-90 euros for 100ml, maybe not essential, but definitely worth trying to discover its singularity.

H24 EDT initially confused many, especially the conservatives. Today, it’s starting to be recognized as very good. Modern, original, fresh, versatile, good performance, and a charming scent. Congratulations to Christine Nagel and Hermès for betting on this. Modernization and targeting a younger clientele. Here’s the deal: without going crazy, I like it. I see it as different from everything in the current perfumery kingdom, dominated by constant iteration (cheap copies, flankers) and usual synthetic, sweet aromas: domesticated fleeting citrus, tonka, pink pepper, cardamom, sweetened lavenders, syrupy vanillas, vetiver and soft woods for longevity, liquor or light suede for the mature crowd, ambroxan… smells already in 100,000 fragrances. H24 smells different, something rare, between fruit, sweet greenness, and metal, without being strong, astringent, or annoying. Some say it smells like dry cleaning steam or laundry detergent. I don’t believe it, and I think those who say it have never worked in a dry cleaner with electric irons pumping out heavy white smoke. I think those who say it has a retro neofougere air from the 80s, updated, with greenness softened to the max, without smelling old, without being boring or insubstantial as their haters claimed. The scent is addictive; it’s clary sage herb sweetened mixed with something similar to banana peel, creamy wood, sandalwood, narcissus, and a metallic note I don’t know how Nagel pulled off. You might ask if it’s as masculine as Terre. No, I see it as quite unisex with a slight masculine touch. Try it on skin and decide. Flanker: The EDP is 70% identical, a bit denser, mature, mossy, dark, nocturnal, and winter-like, and lasts longer. I stick with the EDT, it’s more wearable. I tried Herbes Vives once: simple, fresh, summery, and very green, smells like pear with clary sage and has good duration for being fresh. If you only want one, grab the H24 EDT and run. Duration? Moderate to good, 6-7h on my skin, projects for a couple of hours, in a charming scent that begs to be reapplied. Price? Moderate for designer. Hermès has never been cheap, but it hasn’t climbed the vine like other brands with lesser quality.

I wouldn’t repurchase it; it’s not that it’s bad, but I felt it was very generic and part of the crowd. One of its 4 notes isn’t concordant or harmonious, and I can’t distinguish it. It smells very much like perfumes from the 80s and, passing by, like a barbershop smell. It has a point, a taste of very old lotion. ‘Old’ isn’t a word that personally conflicts with me since I love vintage aromas. This wasn’t one of those.

I tested them side-by-side with the H24 EDP. As my friends say, it’s a distinct scent for a designer that makes you smile. I preferred the opening of the EDT; the EDP feels very ‘mature’ and strong, hard to define. Over time, both evolve and become more similar: the EDT is light, perfect for spring/summer, while the EDP goes darker, ideal for fall. The EDP lasts longer, but the EDT doesn’t fail; for its type, it feels right to me. Verdict: I’m taking the EDT, it fits what I’m looking for better, smells nicer, and is more versatile; I lose a bit of longevity, but it’s worth it. Both are recommendable, but you must try them, especially on skin, because on dry clothes they lose nuances. EDIT: After 14 hours, they’re still perceptible on skin, with bursts without needing to sniff close—I’m very surprised by the performance.

It smells old-fashioned, with no novelty in the opening or the dry down. Total disappointment. Never Hermes again if you want a 1980s vibe, this is it.

This fragrance isn’t easy; it has risky touches, but it’s a great option to smell GOOD and different, believe me, it gets compliments, maybe not at the level of others… I really like it myself, remember that in the end, every nose is a different world…

I read a lot that it smells like a hot iron or, in English, green banana… I don’t know, I don’t see it. Every nose is a world and sometimes we’re heavily conditioned by others’ opinions. I’ll contribute my feeling, totally subjective: Am I crazy, or does this remind me of Beau de Jour by Tom Ford, especially the dry down? It’s a fougère with all the letters. I see the notes on Fragrantica, but to me there seem to be many more things. I like H24, even if it doesn’t go crazy on me. I understand it as a soft, modern fougère with metallic notes, a fairly original creation. It carries that Hermes DNA, it has class and smells natural, but I don’t think it’s the best from the house. Plus, it fails on performance. The same happens with Voyage d’Hermès, which is one of my great loves but a performance fraud, even worse than this one.

A somewhat unworthy fragrance for a brand like Hermes, although at this point all the great perfume barons have made unworthy scents (Chanel, Dior, Guerlain, Saint Laurent, Prada, Armani, etc). The scent is based on a flat, industrial, low-cost brand musk, with an unpleasant acidity and zero development. Its trail and longevity are mediocre. Another one of the shame that once-upon-a-time luxury houses are chaining together.