Un Jardin Sur Le Toit

Hermès Un Jardin sur le Toit, translating to "A Garden on the Roof," is another delightful creation in the "Parfums-Jardins" collection, launched in 2011. It was composed by the esteemed Jean-Claude Ellena, who was the in-house perfumer for Hermès at the time.

Concept and Inspiration: This fragrance is uniquely inspired by a real place: the vibrant, secret garden nestled on the rooftop of the Hermès headquarters building at 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris. Ellena aimed to capture the essence of this particular urban oasis – a joyful, slightly wild, and ever-changing garden full of aromatic herbs, flowers, and fruits, influenced by the Parisian air and seasons. It's meant to evoke a feeling of discovery, joy, and a breath of fresh air amidst the city bustle.

Fragrance Family and Notes: Un Jardin sur le Toit is generally categorized as an Aromatic Fruity or Green Fruity fragrance. It's known for its bright, cheerful, and crisp character. The key notes often highlighted include:

• Apple: A prominent and distinctive note, but not a heavy or overly sweet one. It's often described as a crisp, green, and slightly tart apple, akin to biting into a fresh fruit.

• Pear: Contributes to the juicy, succulent, and slightly sweet fruitiness, balancing the tartness of the apple.

• Green Grass: Provides a fresh, earthy, and verdant backbone, evoking the sensation of freshly cut grass or damp earth in a garden.

• Rose: A delicate and subtle rose note adds a touch of classic floral elegance, mingling with the fruit and green accords.

• Magnolia: Contributes a clean, slightly creamy, and luminous floral scent.

• Rosemary/Basil (Aromatic Herbs): These notes give the fragrance a fresh, herbaceous, and slightly aromatic quality, hinting at the culinary herbs that might grow in such a garden.

• Compost/Earthy notes: While not always explicitly listed, some people perceive a very subtle, pleasant earthiness in the drydown, further grounding the "garden" concept.

Scent Profile: Un Jardin sur le Toit is bright, uplifting, and effervescent. It opens with a burst of crisp green apple and juicy pear, immediately evoking a sense of freshness and vitality. The green notes are ever-present, reminiscent of lush foliage and dewy grass. As it develops, delicate floral nuances of rose and magnolia emerge, adding a touch of elegance without becoming overtly "flowery." The base is subtle, with a gentle woodiness and the clean earthiness that ties it all back to the garden theme.

It's often described as:

• Crisp and Juicy: Thanks to the apple and pear.

• Green and Fresh: The grass and herbaceous notes are very noticeable.

• Luminous and Cheerful: It has an undeniably optimistic and uplifting quality.

• Natural and Transparent: Jean-Claude Ellena's signature style is evident in its light, airy composition.

Performance and Versatility: As an Eau de Toilette, Un Jardin sur le Toit typically offers moderate longevity (around 3-6 hours) and a soft to moderate sillage. It's a scent that wears beautifully close to the skin, making it ideal for personal enjoyment and close encounters.

It's widely considered a fantastic spring and summer fragrance, perfect for daytime wear, casual outings, or simply when you want to feel refreshed and uplifted. Its fresh, non-gender-specific nature also makes it highly unisex, appealing to anyone who enjoys green, fruity, and natural scents.