État Libre d'Orange 2020 EDP

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Exit The King

by Ralf Schwieger , Cécile Matton

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État Libre d'Orange Exit The King is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Ralf Schwieger and Cécile Matton. Exit The King opens with Soap, Musk, Pink Pepper, and Sichuan Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Ambroxan. État Libre d'Orange's Exit The King carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a clean-cut chypre with a divisive, almost startlingly retro opening that mellows into a surprisingly complex, modern clean scent. Some find it a bit too old-school or even unpleasant, but for those who get it, it's a unique and addictive 'luxe soap' experience.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
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Exit The King Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its clean, fresh character makes it ideal for everyday and casual wear, even in warmer climates, as many reviewers attest. While it can be quite strong initially, it dries down to a pleasant scent suitable for office environments, though perhaps not for formal events where its prominent 'soap' accord might feel out of place.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Exit The King opens with an intense blast of aldehydic soapiness, brightened by pink and Sichuan pepper, before settling into a pristine heart of clean white florals like lily of the valley and rose. The base offers depth, grounding the airy freshness with earthy patchouli, mossy oakmoss, and creamy sandalwood, creating a 'shower in the woods' vibe.

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