Acquired

État Libre d'Orange 2019 EDP

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500 Years

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État Libre d'Orange 500 Years is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. 500 Years opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Suede, Patchouli, and Amberwood. État Libre d'Orange's 500 Years carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This one's a proper grower, mind. It starts a bit challenging with a rubbery, almost medicinal kick, but if you stick with it, 500 Years blossoms into a dark, luxurious rose-and-cacao affair. Definitely not a blind buy, but for those who get it, it's an addictive, enigmatic beast.
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Bold
500 Years Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Rose
86%
Woody
69%
Patchouli
61%
Oud
59%
Leather
56%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and potent, long-lasting nature, this scent isn't one for the office where it could overwhelm. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events due to its dark, sophisticated rose and warm spicy character, creating an alluring and memorable aura.

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About

Opens with a spicy, aromatic burst of saffron and cardamom, brightened by a fleeting hint of bergamot. This quickly deepens into a rich, dark rose heart, entwined with the earthy whispers of patchouli and the opulent warmth of amberwood. The dry-down reveals a smooth, almost chocolatey suede, adding a sensual, antique quality to the lingering woody rose. Expect a complex, evolving scent journey that shifts from jarring to utterly captivating.