Artisan Ethnique
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
This beast-mode gourmand is an absolute showstopper for some, a divisive spice bomb for others. Either way, it's potent, sweet, and probably needs a good maceration period to truly shine. Those who love it, really love it.
État Libre d'Orange Frustration genuinely lives up to its name, proving to be a polarising blend. While some find it a cosy, deeply satisfying gourmand with an addictive nutty vanilla, others are utterly repelled by its intensity, likening it to rancid butter, peanut butter, or even burning tyres. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, so definitely sample.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 50% | 41% |
| Warm | 28% | 34% |
| Woody | 11% | 16% |
| Earthy | 17% | 16% |
| Animalic | 2% | 5% |
| Fresh | 1% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it unsuitable for an office environment, but perfect for date nights or elegant formal events. The rich, boozy gourmand profile is ideal for colder weather and intimate settings, making casual daytime wear less appropriate.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
This is a strong, sweet, and often boozy scent according to reviews, making it less suitable for office wear. Its cosy and sensual nature, combined with good longevity and sillage, makes it perfect for dates and evening casual outings, particularly in colder weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Labdanum, Rum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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