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État Libre d'Orange 2007 EDT

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de Protection

by Antoine Lie , Antoine Maisondieu

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État Libre d'Orange de Protection is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2007, created by Antoine Lie and Antoine Maisondieu. de Protection opens with Bitter Orange, Pepper, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Heliotrope, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Tonka Bean, and Benzoin. État Libre d'Orange's de Protection carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This isn't your grandma's rose. Eau de Protection is a divisive, gothic, metallic-edged rose that some adore for its unique bold character, while others find it unsettling or just plain weird. Definitely sample first, it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
de Protection Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its moderate sillage and good longevity, Eau de Protection is versatile but leans away from purely casual or sport environments. Its complex, dark rose character makes it suitable for date nights or formal events, though perhaps a bit too bold for a conservative office.

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About

A striking opening of sharp ginger, black pepper, and bitter orange cuts through a dark, jammy rose heart. As it settles, a dry, almost metallic rose emerges, complemented by an earthy patchouli and a hint of creamy sweetness from benzoin and tonka bean, giving it a mysterious, complex depth. It’s a thorny, vibrant rose with a gothic undercurrent.