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Etat Libre d'Orange · Sold as masculine
Je Suis un Homme
A city street at night — where fresh citrus zest meets warm spices, smoky notes linger in the air, and a subtle animalic undertone adds intrigue.
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Je Suis un HommePremium · $100–250
48%Similar accords, often for lessVibrant Leather Eau de Parfum · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2006 by Etat Libre d'Orange, Je Suis un Homme is a daring and unconventional fragrance that challenges traditional gender norms with its provocative name and complex composition. Perfumer Antoine Lie crafted this scent around a citrus-aromatic opening, which gives way to an intriguing blend of warm spices, smoky notes, and animalic undertones. The woody base adds depth and grounding, creating a juxtaposition between freshness and complexity that is emblematic of the brand's fearless approach.
Apply this fragrance with confidence; it has a strong projection that fills the space around you. The initial freshness fades after an hour, but the woody base continues to evolve throughout the day. Best suited for evenings or cooler weather when its smoky and spicy notes are most prominent.
Fig. 01 — Je Suis un Homme, Etat Libre d'Orange
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Antoine Lie
The renegade of niche perfumeryAntoine Lie is a French perfumer born in Strasbourg who studied chemistry before training in Grasse under Jean Carles and completing an apprenticeship with Jean Guichard.
Designer Etat Libre d'Orange
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Adds amber, powdery and green; shares bergamot.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 36%, disliked or hated by 14%.