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Despite being one of the most popular fragrance families, chypre scents aren’t as immediately obvious as those that fall under more well-known categories like sweet, floral or aromatic. Chypres ...

Chypre is a scent all of its own, but it’s best described as a mixture of amber, floral and woody. It’s named after Cyprus, as the notes are based on the aromatics that are grown there.

Miss Dior is a definite chypre fragrance - initial mandarin notes open to reveal earthy patchouli and musk. Enticing women since 1947, Miss Dior proves that woody perfumes can be fresh and feminine.

But one could say it was in the works for 4,000 years. Barénia is the first chypre ever launched by Hermès, which has been producing fine fragrances since the 1950s.

The top 10 chypre fragrances Miller Harris Citron Citron Eau de Parfum Lyn Harris’ first fragrance is built upon a chypre base of green moss, cedar and cardamom.