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Etat Libre d'Orange · Sold as unisex
Dangerous Complicity
The bold interplay between sweet indulgence and rugged sophistication in an urban lounge where the scent of rum cocktails mingles with warm leather seating.
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Dangerous ComplicityPremium · $100–250How it wears
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Launched in 2012 by Etat Libre d'Orange, Dangerous Complicity is a daring fragrance created by perfumer Violaine Collas. It opens with the unexpected combination of rum and coconut, creating an intriguing contrast that lingers on the skin. The heart notes introduce floral and fruity elements, adding a layer of complexity to this composition. The base layers of leather and warm spices ground the scent in earthy richness, making it a compelling blend of sweetness and depth.
Apply two sprays to capture both the initial burst of rum and coconut and the deeper layers of leather and spices. This fragrance blooms over time, so let it settle for a few minutes before heading out.
Fig. 01 — Dangerous Complicity, Etat Libre d'Orange
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Violaine Collas
Twelve years at Symrise, then MANEViolaine Collas trained at ISIPCA in Versailles before beginning her professional career at Symrise, where she spent twelve years contributing to numerous fragrances.
Designer Etat Libre d'Orange
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