500 Years
“500 Years by Etat Libre d'Orange is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a warm spicy, rose composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2019, 500 Years by Etat Libre d'Orange is a daring and unconventional fragrance created by perfumer Cécile Matton. This composition opens with the bright freshness of saffron and cardamom, leading into the heart of Turkish rose and agarwood (oud). The base notes of patchouli, amberwood, and suede create a warm, spicy, and woody backdrop that feels both luxurious and earthy. Etat Libre d'Orange, known for its bold and unusual compositions, has crafted 500 Years to be a statement scent — one that challenges traditional norms and invites wearers to embrace their individuality.
Composition & Character
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Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance with confidence — it's designed to project well and develop slowly. Two sprays are sufficient; the saffron and cardamom top notes will give way to the rich base notes over time. Best enjoyed in cooler weather or intimate settings where its complexity can be fully appreciated.
Cécile Matton
Founding perfumer · 41 fragrances
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The story behind the bottle.
The moment when an old, leather-bound book is opened in a dimly lit study, releasing a mix of rose and spice into the air.
Fig. 01 — 500 Years, Etat Libre d'Orange
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