Description Etat Libre d’Orange 500 Years
Top notes Top notes - They develop straight after you put the fragrance on. They create the first impression and tend to be quite intense, but not long-lasting. | Bergamot |
Middle notes Middle notes - The heart of the fragrance comes out after a couple of minutes when the head of the scent fades away. These notes usually last around 2 to 3 hours. | Turkish Rose, Cacao Pod |
Base notes Base notes - The last and often longest part of the fragrance's evolution on your skin. Takes anywhere from 4 hours to over a day. | Woody Notes |
| Fragrance category | citrus, floral, gourmand |
Sophistication and timelessness
A tale of humanity encapsulated in a fragrance. Etat Libre d’Orange 500 Years eau de parfum unisex tells the story of humankind with the grandeur of the rose, the potency of spices, and the essence of preciousness. Floral notes of bergamot, cardamom, and geranium merge with woody accords of oud and amber woods, for a result that takes its inspiration from history.
- an amber floral scent designed for men and women
- inspired by the history of perfumers
- launched in 2019
Composition of the fragrance:
The scent begins with a burst of citrus freshness, where notes of bergamot HE, cardamom Pure Jungle Essence™, and saffron intertwine. As the scent unfolds, the heart reveals a rich and luxurious blend of Turkish rose absolute, oud HE, and geranium burbon HE. These heart notes infuse the fragrance with depth and complexity, evoking visions of blooming roses and exotic woods. Finally, the base notes of amber wood, patchouli, and suede anchor the composition with their warm and velvety embrace.
The story of the fragrance:
500 Years by Etat Libre d’Orange pays homage to merchants who allowed the growth of the arts and perfumery by challenging the established order. This scent honours the Renaissance visionaries with universal ingredients.