État Libre d'Orange 2012 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Philippine Houseboy

by Ralf Schwieger

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État Libre d'Orange Philippine Houseboy is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Ralf Schwieger. État Libre d'Orange's Philippine Houseboy carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Philippine Houseboy is a coconut cocktail with a spice rack behind it. Mojito freshness and shiso keep it lively, while cardamom, coriander and cinnamon stop the coconut turning into suncream. Odd, fun and distinctly unisex, it suits people who want a talking point.
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  • Fresh
  • Uplifting
  • Modern
  • Confident
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Philippine Houseboy 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

Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

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

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

Philippine Houseboy is listed as one group of notes rather than a pyramid. Coconut is the creamy, tropical centre, and the mojito note brings a cool, minty and citrusy lift. Shiso adds an herbal, slightly green and unusual edge. Cardamom, coriander and cinnamon bring warm spice, which gives the coconut some bite and keeps it from being purely sweet. Citrus runs through the top to keep things bright. The result is a quirky, spiced tropical scent that feels playful and a little different from the usual coconut fragrance.

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