WS-HM-1997

HM

1997Men

vanilla up front, then citrus, settling into woody.

HM by Hanae Mori is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. HM was launched in 1997. Top notes are Amalfi Lemon, Black Currant, Lavender and Green Notes; middle notes are Jasmine, Iris, Lily-of-the-Valley and Rose; base notes are Vanille, Tonka Bean, Chocolate, Sandalwood, Amber, Virginia Cedar and oak moss. This…

vanilla citrus woody aromatic

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Amalfi Lemon, Black Currant, Lavender, Green Notes
Heart· 2–4h
Jasmine, Iris, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Vanille, Tonka Bean, Chocolate, Sandalwood, Amber, Virginia Cedar, oak moss

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

80%

67%

65%

58%

47%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachClose

Spring31%Fall28%Winter21%Summer20%Day58%Night42%Wears unisex47%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does HM smell like?

vanilla up front, then citrus, settling into woody. Dominant accords: vanilla, citrus, woody.

What notes are in HM?

Top: Amalfi Lemon, Black Currant, Lavender, Green Notes. Heart: Jasmine, Iris, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose. Base: Vanille, Tonka Bean, Chocolate, Sandalwood, Amber, Virginia Cedar, oak moss.

How long does HM last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is HM loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is HM best for?

Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for HM?

Day wear leads at 58%. Night is a secondary pick at 42%.

Is HM for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 47% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.