CardamomOpens with
Turkish RoseHeart
IncenseDries down to
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Etat Libre d'Orange · Sold as unisex
Spice Must Flow
The first sip of a spicy chai tea — where the sharpness of ginger and cardamom gives way to the rich sweetness of rose, creating an unexpected harmony.
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Launched in 2019 by Etat Libre d'Orange, Spice Must Flow is an Oriental Spicy fragrance that embodies the daring and unconventional spirit of its French perfume house. The composition opens with a bright burst of cardamom before transitioning to the warm embrace of Turkish rose and ginger. At its core lies incense, adding a smoky depth that contrasts beautifully against the floral heart. This fragrance challenges traditional notions of scent, much like Etat Libre d'Orange's reputation for pushing boundaries in perfumery.
This fragrance is best applied in thin layers. The top notes fade quickly, but the warmth of the base lingers for hours. It reads well close to skin, so a light mist on your pulse points will keep you enveloped in its complex embrace all day long.
Fig. 01 — Spice Must Flow, Etat Libre d'Orange
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Mathilde Bijaoui
Joyful complexityMathilde Bijaoui is a perfumer at IFF whose vibrant, joyful compositions have earned her a place among the most respected creators of her generation.
Designer Etat Libre d'Orange
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