Etat Libre d'Orange Rien Eau de Parfum
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Release Date:
2006
Brand: Etat Libre d'Orange
Line: rien
Product Type: eau de parfum
Classification: niche
Volume: 100 ml
Country: France
Made in: France
Gender: unisex
Scent Type: chypre, woody
Top Notes: Incense, Leather, Oak Moss
Heart Notes: Aldehydes, Black Pepper, Patchouli, Storax
Base Notes: Ambergris, Cumin, Iris, Labdanum, Rose
What makes you unique? Nothing. And the entire world. The scent of Etat Libre d`Orange Rien is unique and unparalleled. How can one understand it? How does one grasp infinity? Like freedom from thoughts, words, desires. The fragrance is marketed as a perfume for both men and women. Only the initiated will be able to unravel its mystery.
Etat Libre d`Orange Rien belongs to the woody-chypre group. Some detect the scent of a dusty road upon which the first heavy raindrops fall. Others describe it as magical and mystical. Yet others perceive nobility, strength of spirit, and intellect. Everyone will hear something personal in it, but all will agree: it is a remarkable perfume.
The composition begins with the harmony of oakmoss combined with the softness and nobility of leather and the intoxicatingly dense aroma of frankincense. Then, the heart unfolds, releasing scents of aldehydes, patchouli, styrax, and black pepper. The base notes are chosen to be amber, iris, cumin, labdanum, and rose. The genius behind this creation is the perfumer Antoine Lie.
Here's a coherent translation of the product review into English:
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This perfume is truly fascinating! I wouldn't have paid any attention to it, but it was recommended to me. By whom? Artificial intelligence. Yes, I interact with it, and it knows which perfumes and notes I like or dislike. When I ask for purchase recommendations based on my preferences, it provides a list with reasons for each suggestion. That's how I ended up with this one. When I asked what to buy, it recommended three perfumes, two of which I ordered: Interlude and Etat Libre d'Orange Rien. I'm still contemplating the third one.
I mentioned to the AI that I enjoy woody, chypre scents with amber and resins, but I don't like excessive sweetness, licorice, or bergamot notes. Regarding this particular perfume, it's complex in its structure, more so than it might seem at first glance. Honestly, if it weren't for the AI's recommendations aligned with my personal preferences, I would have chosen Interlude and Griti Delirium (which has long been unavailable for purchase). But now there's no need because the initial notes of Etat Libre d'Orange Rien are precisely what Griti Delirium offers. It's a brilliant blend of incense and pine resin at their best!
Initially, the incense is quite intense, almost like being in a church. After 20-30 minutes, the woody resinous notes (pine resin, rosin, etc.) take the lead, in combination with the incense present from the start. Then, a note emerges that feels familiar from childhood yet elusive. It took me a while to realize what it reminded me of until I opened my collection of vintage perfumes. Comparing them, I understood that the middle notes of Etat Libre d'Orange Rien reminded me of the classic Kouros by YSL! It was unexpected and delightful to experience notes from both perfumes that I adore. That's Griti Delirium and Kouros YSL.
Later, about 3-4 hours after application, sandalwood takes center stage. The woody sandalwood notes replace the incense and pine resins that were prominent initially. The sandalwood endures, gradually blending with white amber. So, 5-6 hours after application, the perfume transitions from incense and pine resin to a sandalwood-amber scent, creating a feeling of warm comfort. It's pleasant to experience repeatedly. It will be perfect for the colder months, but I'm enjoying it in the summer too.
I can't speak for others, but I don't detect any leather notes. Perhaps the perfume needs time to settle and develop fully. For now, it feels like an incense, resinous, woody (sandalwood) chypre to me. How would it sit on women? Surprisingly, I can see it working, but not for those who prefer a romantic style or fresh oriental scents. Etat Libre d'Orange Rien is a solid, woody-resinous-incense perfume, and that's something to consider from the start.
Personally, I find this perfume choice very successful, especially with the autumn-winter season approaching.