100ml

50ml

0.2 fl. oz. - 5ml

ETAT LIBRE D'ORANGE

NOEL AU BALCON

Name: NOEL AU BALCON
Brand: ETAT LIBRE D'ORANGE
Price: 190.00 $
Availability: OutOfStock

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$190

Description

Noel au Balcon by Etat Libre d'Orange is a warm and inviting fragrance that evokes a festive, cozy atmosphere. It opens with a bright and sweet burst of honeyed apricot and mandarin, quickly transitioning into a heart spiced with cinnamon, orange blossom, and a playful kick of chili pepper. The scent settles into a comforting and sensual base of vanilla, caraway, black clover, labdanum, musk, and patchouli, creating a rich and enveloping experience that feels both naughty and nice. This fragrance is often described as a perfect companion for cooler weather, offering a unique blend of gourmand sweetness and intriguing spice. Perfumer: Antoine Maisondieu

Scent Profile

Warm Spicy

Sweet

Gourmand

Amber

Balsamic

Notes

Top Notes

Honey

Apricot

Mandarin

Middle Notes

Cinnamon

Orange Blossom

Chili Pepper

Base Notes

Vanilla

Caraway

Black Clover

Labdanum

Musk

Patchouli

About ETAT LIBRE D'ORANGE

État Libre d'Orange is a Paris-based perfume house founded in 2006 by Etienne de Swardt, inspired by the Orange Free State of his South African birthplace, embodying freedom, audacity, and independence from conventional perfumery norms. The brand is renowned for its provocative, subversive fragrances with unexpected compositions, ironic names, and high-quality ingredients that blend luxury with bold, passionate storytelling to challenge social boundaries and evoke personal expression. Its signature style prioritizes olfactory innovation over packaging, offering aspirational scents that are elegant yet irreverent, appealing to fragrance enthusiasts seeking originality and authenticity.

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Perfumer

Antoine Maisondieu

Born in Grasse, Antoine Maisondieu comes from a family with deep roots in perfumery, but he did not intend to enter the métier immediately. Rather, he became fascinated with it after years of studying law and art history. As he puts it, “There is so much to love about perfume: creativity, poetry, elegance”. His approach is instinctive, he creates refined compositions based on strong ideas. Antoine deserves credit for composing top selling fragrances for Burberry, Armani, Gucci, Montblanc, Valentino, Acquadi Parma.

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Reviews

4.8

Excellent14 reviews

ETAT LIBRE D'ORANGE

4.8/5 • 14 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers generally find Noel au Balcon to be a delightful and unique fragrance, often praised for its warm, spicy, and sweet character that perfectly suits the colder months. Many appreciate its festive vibe and comforting presence, though there are some mixed opinions on its longevity and projection.

Pros

Performance excellence: Many reviewers report incredible staying power and projection, making it a long-lasting choice for a full day or evening wear.

Versatile appeal: It's frequently recommended as an ideal fragrance for fall and winter, creating a cozy and inviting aura.

Quality composition: The blend of honey, spices, and a hint of chili is often highlighted as well-executed and distinctive, avoiding overly sweet or cloying notes.

Cons

Situational drawback: While some find its performance excellent, a few reviewers have noted lower sillage and longevity, suggesting it might not last more than 4 hours for everyone.

Comparisons

Similar to Estée Lauder Cinnabar: Some reviewers mention it reminds them of a younger, more chic version of Estée Lauder Cinnabar, offering a similar spicy warmth with a modern twist.