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Hermes Cedre Sambac
Hermes

Cedre Sambac

Floral
Jasmine
White Floral
Aromatic
Woody
Patchouli
Earthy
EDT · 2018 · unisex

Hermès has built its fragrance line on the principle of quiet luxury and refined craftsmanship, with each release reflecting the house's equestrian heritage and emphasis on quality materials. Cedre Sambac arrives as part of their sustained exploration of natural, understated elegance.

Cedre Sambac opens with black cherry and hibiscus alongside jasmine and lily, establishing a bright floral character with subtle fruit undertones. The heart settles into a syrupy sweetness that softens the florals without cloying. Cedar, patchouli, and sandalwood form the base, grounding the composition with a woody dryness that prevents the fragrance from becoming overly feminine or perfume-like. The overall effect is a floral woody that leans both creamy and austere, balancing indulgence with restraint.

This works well as a unisex fragrance for anyone seeking florals with structural depth rather than decorative prettiness. It performs best in cooler months and quieter settings where its nuanced progression can unfold. The syrupy middle keeps it from feeling cold, making it suitable for intimate wear. Cedre Sambac aligns with The Homesteader, The Sensualist, and The Romantic.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Floral
100%
Jasmine
90%
White Floral
80%
Aromatic
33%
Woody
100%
Patchouli
33%
Earthy
33%
Sweet
60%
Creamy
50%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Black Cherry
Black Cherry
Rich, dark, and slightly almond-like, black cherry has more depth and complexity than regular cherry, with a wine-like, slightly fermented quality. It adds a dark sweetness to oriental fragrances that feels luxurious rather than childish. Often found in oud and leather compositions as a contrast note.
Hibiscus
Hibiscus
Tart, fruity, and slightly floral, hibiscus has a cranberry-raspberry quality that makes it read as both floral and fruity. It's more angular and interesting than typical floral notes, with a slight astringency that keeps it from being simply sweet. Popular in contemporary fresh and aquatic compositions.
Jasmine
Jasmine
Intoxicating, heady, and slightly animalic, jasmine is one of the few flowers that smells as rich in a bottle as it does climbing a garden wall at dusk. It has an almost fleshy, indolic quality that stops it reading as purely 'clean.' Jasmine is a workhorse in both feminine and masculine perfumery, adding depth and soul.
Lily
Lily
Grand, creamy, and slightly spicy, Oriental lily (Stargazer, Casablanca) is one of the most powerful natural flowers, with a heady, complex sweetness that fills a room. White lily is softer and more transparent. Both add drama and elegance to floral compositions, though they require careful handling to avoid becoming oppressive.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Syrup
Syrup
Base · 3–12 hrs
Cedar
Cedar
Lily
Lily
Grand, creamy, and slightly spicy, Oriental lily (Stargazer, Casablanca) is one of the most powerful natural flowers, with a heady, complex sweetness that fills a room. White lily is softer and more transparent. Both add drama and elegance to floral compositions, though they require careful handling to avoid becoming oppressive.
Patchouli
Patchouli
Dense, earthy, and darkly sweet, patchouli is the scent of damp soil and dried herbs with an almost chocolatey richness. It polarizes people because in high concentrations it's overwhelming, but as a supporting note it adds depth and longevity that almost nothing else can match. The backbone of countless oriental and chypre fragrances.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Creamy, smooth, and milky with a soft, skin-like warmth that clings beautifully. True Mysore sandalwood is one of perfumery's most precious ingredients, simultaneously wood and skin, never cold or sharp. It rounds off sharp edges in any composition and makes the wearer smell subtly, irresistibly warmer.
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The HomesteaderBest match85% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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The Sensualist85% match
You fill the room without trying.

Warm, smooth, projecting. Leather, tobacco, dry amber, bold woods.

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The Romantic82% match
Your fragrance is a love letter you never stop writing.

Warm roses, vanilla, amber, creamy musks. Soft, evolving, intimate.

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Scent Profile
Floral100%Jasmine90%White Floral80%Aromatic33%Woody100%
Fragrance Family
Floral Woody
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Hermes Cedre Sambac— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

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Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Hermes fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

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Cheapest price for Hermes Cedre Sambac? +
$385.00 at Neiman Marcus. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
What does Hermes Cedre Sambac smell like? +
Hermès has built its fragrance line on the principle of quiet luxury and refined craftsmanship, with each release reflecting the house's equestrian heritage and emphasis on quality materials. Cedre Sambac arrives as part of their sustained exploration of natural, understated elegance. Cedre Sambac opens with black cherry and hibiscus alongside jasmine and lily, establishing a bright floral character with subtle fruit undertones. The heart settles into a syrupy sweetness that softens the florals without cloying. Cedar, patchouli, and sandalwood form the base, grounding the composition with a woody dryness that prevents the fragrance from becoming overly feminine or perfume-like. The overall effect is a floral woody that leans both creamy and austere, balancing indulgence with restraint. This works well as a unisex fragrance for anyone seeking florals with structural depth rather than decorative prettiness. It performs best in cooler months and quieter settings where its nuanced progression can unfold. The syrupy middle keeps it from feeling cold, making it suitable for intimate wear. Cedre Sambac aligns with The Homesteader, The Sensualist, and The Romantic.
What are the notes in Hermes Cedre Sambac? +
Top: Black Cherry, Hibiscus, Jasmine, Lily. Heart: Syrup. Base: Cedar, Lily, Patchouli, Sandalwood.
What fragrance family is Cedre Sambac? +
Hermes Cedre Sambac belongs to the Floral Woody fragrance family. It is an EDT.
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Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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