The État Libre d'Orange Ultimate Discovery Kit invites you into a world where fragrance becomes an expression of imagination, freedom, and individuality. Featuring 20 creations from the house's Classic and Orange Extraordinaire collections, this assortment explores everything from the aromatic tea and woods of Above the Waves to the soft leather warmth of Clean Suede and the playful sweetness of Divin'Enfant. Discover the earthy, creamy vetiver of Fat Electrician, the sparkling champagne-inspired character of Remarkable People, and the captivating contrast of rose, fruits, and woods in Experimentum Crucis.
The journey continues with the futuristic florals of The Ghost in the Shell, the mysterious incense and earthy richness of Hermann à mes côtés me paraissait une ombre, and the luxurious spice of Spice Must Flow. From fresh, uplifting compositions to bold, sensual fragrances, each creation offers a distinctive interpretation of modern perfumery. Presented in 20 individual 2ml samples, this collection is an opportunity to explore the house's artistic vision, experiment with different scent profiles, and discover a fragrance that feels uniquely yours.
What's Included & All Notes:
Above the Waves: Bergamot, Cardamom, Incense, Green Maté, Ceylon Tea, Black Tea, Tonka Bean, Cedar, Vetiver.
Clean Suede: Aldehydes, Lemon, Birch Leaves, Pine, Pepper, Vanilla, Grey Amber, Suede.
Divin'Enfant: Orange Blossom, Marshmallow, Coffee, Rose, Cold Tobacco, Leather, Amber, Musk.
Eau de Protection: Black Pepper, Ginger, Bulgarian Rose, Bergamot, Jasmine, Laotian Benzoin, Blood Accord, Patchouli, Incense, Cocoa.
Exit the King: Soap Foam, Pink Pepper, Timut Pepper, Jasmine, Rose, Lily of the Valley, Patchouli, Moss, Sandalwood.
Experimentum Crucis: Lychee, Apple, Cumin, Rose NeoAbsolute, Jasmine Absolute, Honey Accord, Akigalawood, Patchouli, Musk.
Fat Electrician: Haitian Vetiver, Chestnut Cream, Olive Leaves, Myrrh, Vanilla, Opoponax.
Frustration: Cumin Essential Oil, Cinnamon Essential Oil, Rum Jungle Essence, Vanilla Jungle Essence, Vanilla Absolute, Cistus Absolute, Chestnut Wood Accord, Bourbon Vetiver Essential Oil, Vinyl Guaiacol.
Hermann à mes côtés me paraissait une ombre: Blackcurrant Buds, Black Pepper, Galbanum, Calypsone, Geosmin, Frankincense, Pepperwood, Petalia, Rose Absolute, Patchouli, Ambroxan.
Les Fleurs du Déchet – I Am Trash: Upcycled Apple Essence, Upcycled Rose Absolute, Upcycled Atlas Cedarwood, Bitter Orange, Gariguette Strawberry.
Nostos: Incense Essence, Mandarin Essence, Saffron, Turkish Rose Essence and Absolute, Jasmine Absolute, Oud Accord, Sandalwood, Georgywood, Ambrofix, Suede, Musk.
Putain des Palaces: Rose Absolute, Violet, Leather, Lily of the Valley, Tangerine, Ginger, Rice Powder, Amber, Animal Notes.
Remarkable People: Grapefruit, Champagne Accord, Cardamom, Jasmine, Curry Jungle Essence, Black Pepper, Labdanum, Sandalwood, Lorenox.
She Was An Anomaly: Iris, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Vanilla, Fresh White Flowers Accord, Green Tangerine, Musk, Ambergris.
Soul of My Soul: Bergamot, Incense Essence, Pink Peppercorn, Iris Butter, Suede Accord, Sandalwood Essence, Georgywood Accord, Vanilla Absolute.
Sous le Pont Mirabeau: Italian Bergamot, Pink Pepper Jungle Essence, Elemi, Fig Accord, Incense, Aquatic Accord, Ozonic Accord, Violet Green, Upcycled Virginia Cedar, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Upcycled Orcanox, Musks.
Spice Must Flow: Turkish Rose, Ginger, Pepper, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Saffron.
Story of Your Life: Cistus Essence, Davana Essence, Siam Benzoin, Laurel Essence, Orange Blossom Absolute, Brioche Accord, Rum, Vanilla Infusion and Absolute, Amber Wood.
The Ghost in the Shell: Aqual, Yuzu, Hexyl Acetate, Jasmine Absolute with Mugane, Milky Skin Accord, Moss Accord, Vinyl Guaiacol, Orcanox.
You or Someone Like You: A fresh, green floral fragrance with a distinctive garden-like character. The house intentionally does not disclose an official fragrance-note list.
The assortment reflects the manufacturer's published US selection and is subject to change.
Etat Libre d’Orange proposes surprising olfactory compositions, without any limitations in terms of creativity, raw materials, or expense. This is why the brand has met a growing number of passionate fans who see in Etat Libre d’Orange its singularity, its sincerity, and its adherence to its ethos: luxurious, provocative, sometimes ironic, often subversive, and always elegant. In ten years, Etat Libre d’Orange has become a respected constituent in the world of perfume.
In South Africa, Etat Libre d’Orange, the Orange Free State, was an autonomous sovereign republic which declared independence from British rule in 1854. The name was derived from the royal family of the Netherlands, the homeland of the region’s pioneers. It was a land of staggeringly rough beauty and color and unforgettable smells, a nation of contrasts, strong feelings, and mixed emotions. The rainbow mosaic of people and cultures gave it an unpredictable, sometimes savage nature. And it was independent — unrestrained, unrestricted.
Unity, beauty, conflict — and freedom, the hallmarks of our company. The Orange Free State ended in 1902. But its attitude lives on at Etat Libre d’Orange.
Gourmand fragrances are inspired by delicious, dessert-like notes and the comforting warmth of familiar indulgences. They often blend vanilla, fruit, spice, caramel, chocolate, nuts, or creamy accords into scents that feel cozy, playful, decadent, or elegant. Sweet without always being simple, the best gourmands feel memorable, refined, and hard to resist.