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The world's first Eau de Cologne was produced in Koln, Germany in 1792 by a Carthusian Monk. The word "cologne" is simply French for "Koln" and this formula was dubbed "4711", after the street address of the shop where it was developed. This first cologne is based on citrus and woody notes.

Literally centuries later, we have never tired of the concept of colognes and many artists have used the original template of 4711 to create new effervescent fragrances. Eau de Colognes are traditionally quite diluted, allowing for a liberal application and a light fragrance. They can be reapplied throughout the day to refresh from the Summer heat.

This trio of Colognes from Hermes is the perfect Summer Luxury. The first, Eau d'Orange Verte, is an updated presentation of the 1979 orange and mint classic. Eau de Pamplemousse Rose is a sparkling grapefruit with a whisper of rose and a hint of rhubarb. The final entry, Eau de Gentiane Blanche is based on white musk and gentian with a dose of iris. The final two were created by Jean-Claude Ellena, the new in-house perfumer of Hermes and the master of modern, sheer fragrances. These are destined to become classics.

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