by Hermès
Equipage is a timeless, deeply refined masculine fragrance that exudes class and quiet confidence. It opens with a bright, herbal blend of bergamot, clary sage, marjoram, and tarragon, underscored by crisp aldehydes and a subtle citrus freshness. The heart reveals a unique fusion of spicy carnation, jasmine, lily-of-the-valley, and a warm, inviting nutmeg-cinnamon note, creating a gentle floral-spicy accord that is neither sweet nor aggressive. The drydown is a masterful interplay of woody, mossy, and earthy textures — rosewood, vetiver, oakmoss, patchouli, and tonka bean — smoothed by a soft musk, evoking a gentleman’s leather satchel, a quiet forest trail, or a well-worn study. The scent is discreet but lingering, with moderate projection and a lasting presence that develops subtly across hours. It appeals most to those who value sophistication, elegance, and mature refinement over bold or trendy scents — a fragrance for the informed, self-assured man who prefers subtlety to spectacle.