{"product_id":"hermes-eau-de-basilic-pourpre-eau-de-cologne-100ml-spray-1","title":"Hermès Eau de Basilic Pourpre Eau de Cologne 100ml Spray","description":"\u003cp\u003eHermès Eau de Basilic Pourpre Eau de Cologne 100ml is a green, aromatic unisex cologne from the maison's Colognes Hermès collection, composed by in-house perfumer Christine Nagel and launched in 2022. Built around the unexpected freshness of purple basil, the scent pairs leafy aromatics with sun-soaked Calabrian bergamot and a soft spiced-woody base, capturing the feel of a Mediterranean herb garden at dawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Hermès\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHermès Parfums is the perfumery arm of the Parisian luxury house founded in 1837, working under the direction of in-house perfumer Christine Nagel since 2014. The Colognes Hermès collection celebrates unexpected, sensory-driven interpretations of the eau de cologne tradition, of which Eau de Basilic Pourpre — the first basil-led cologne in the line — has become a quiet cult favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFragrance profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calabrian bergamot, basil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple basil, geranium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spices, patchouli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEau de Basilic Pourpre opens with a vivid green burst — leafy basil amplified by zesty Calabrian bergamot — before unfurling into the slightly peppery, mineral character of purple basil softened by rosy geranium. The drydown is gently spiced and lightly woody thanks to patchouli, leaving an aromatic, skin-close trail that feels modern, unisex and effortlessly elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cologne suits anyone drawn to fresh, green, aromatic compositions rather than sweet or heavy ones — particularly fans of Hermès' Eau d'Orange Verte or Eau de Pamplemousse Rose looking for something more herbal. It works year-round but truly comes alive in spring and summer, and its unisex character makes it a popular shared bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpray onto pulse points — wrists, base of the neck and inner elbows — after showering and moisturising\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHold the atomiser 15–20 cm away from the skin and apply 2–3 short presses\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLet the cologne dry naturally; don't rub the wrists together as it can crush the volatile basil top notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRe-apply through the day as desired — colognes by nature wear closer to the skin than EDPs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePair with unscented body care to keep the basil and bergamot reading clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eau de Cologne\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woody Aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaunched:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfumer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christine Nagel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hermès\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colognes Hermès\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Perfume Shop S","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56961976893780,"sku":"B066357","price":63.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bluepirate.co.uk\/products\/hermes-eau-de-basilic-pourpre-eau-de-cologne-100ml-spray-1","provider":"Blue Pirate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}