Hermès Eau de Rhubarbe Écarlate by Hermès

Hermès

Hermès Eau de Rhubarbe Écarlate

Unisex
Fresh
Fruity Citrus
2016

An unexpected exploration of rhubarb's surprising freshness. Crisp, tangy, and elegant, Eau de Rhubarbe Écarlate is a modern cologne for all seasons.

Performance

SillageSoft
Price RangeR1,000-R2,200
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Main Accords

Citrus
85%
Fresh
80%
Musky
65%

Fragrance Pyramid

How this scent unfolds on your skin

First, you smell… · Top Notes · 0–15 min

Then, you live in… · Heart Notes · 15 min – 4 hrs

Red Berries — fragrance ingredient
Heart

Red Berries

Lantana — fragrance ingredient
Heart

Lantana

Finally, you remember… · Base Notes · 4–24+ hrs

Community Opinions

Pros
Versatile for daily wear👍 562
Unique and memorable scent profile👍 531
Cons
Bold scent may not suit all preferences👎 314
Currently limited availability👎 233

Wear It When

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Morning Commute

A spritz before you leave — fresh enough to wake you up, polished enough for the boardroom.

Morning
Energising
🥂

Weekend Brunch

Sun-dappled café tables, iced lattes, and effortless charm.

Midday
Relaxed

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This Scent Is For

Unisex
Clean & Energising
Skin Scent

Crisp & invigorating — thrives in warmer months.

Scent Mood

FreshRadiant

Peak season: ☀️ Summer (70%)

65

Spr

70

Sum

30

Aut

30

Win

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Curated scent pairings to build a signature from Hermès Eau de Rhubarbe Écarlate. Each combination is vetted by perfumers, editors, and community.

Maison Margiela Replica By the Fireplace

The winter weight for summer signatures.

Autumn
Winter
Unisex

Adds chestnut-vanilla warmth and smoke to lighter scents — converts a daytime signature into something evening-ready in cold weather.

Layering Tip

Spray the heavier scent first, then the lighter one on top. Start with two scents — more than three quickly becomes muddled. Always test on skin first.

AI Review Summary

Synthesised from fragrance data

Hermès takes a bold gamble with rhubarb as the star, and it pays off beautifully in this crisp, sophisticated composition that feels both familiar and refreshingly unexpected. The tart rhubarb opening mellows into juicy red berries and floral lantana, all grounded by clean white musk that keeps things polished rather than overly sweet. While the performance is gentle with short longevity and soft sillage, this makes it perfect for close encounters and professional settings where subtlety is key. The unisex appeal is genuine – it's fresh enough for summer heat but has enough character to work year-round as your signature scent. Perfect for daytime wear when you want something distinctive but not overwhelming.

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