THE CREATION An allusion to Guy de Maupassant’s eponymous novel, Bel Ami eau de toilette celebrates the authenticity of leather. This composition created in 1986 by perfumer Jean-Louis Sieuzac interprets this material with equal proportions of opulence and character. OLFACTORY NOTES A leathery, woody fragrance, Bel Ami eau de toilette is a confident and bold encounter between bewitching patchouli, rich leather and sensual cistus ladanifer. 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.