Hiris, Eau de Toilette

THE CREATION Hiris is an ode to femininity and to the splendour of the iris. Created in 1999 by perfumer Olivia Giacobetti, this single-flower fragrance evokes both the goddess Iris, messenger of the gods and Hermès’s female alter ego, and the exquisite flower. An H has been added to its name in tribute to the first letter of Hermès. OLFACTORY NOTES Hiris eau de toilette is a poetic composition that delicately expresses the charm of the iris in all its floral, powdery and botanical glory. THE OBJECT The bottle, inspired by the lanterns of horse-drawn carriages, has a black cap reminiscent of a riding hat. The back label is illustrated with a design by Philippe Dumas, indicating that it belongs to the Parfums-Fondateurs collection. THE PARFUMS-FONDATEURS COLLECTION The Parfums-Fondateurs collection draws inspiration from the house’s heritage. Each THE CREATION encapsulates Hermès’ imaginary world in a name, a fragrance and a colour. Over the years, Hermès has pioneered a bold style of perfumery, resulting from encounters with exceptional perfumers. From flower to scent, this is the refined and modern intention of Hiris, an utterly original single-flower creation devoted to the splendour of the iris and dedicated to women. A fragrance of emotion and subtlety conceived by Olivia Giacobetti, it is a novel that expresses the shifting charms – sometimes floral, sometimes powdery or vegetal – of one of nature’s olfactory marvels with infinite delicacy.