100ml
50ml
3.4 fl. oz. - 100ml
3.4 fl. oz. - 100ml
3.4 fl. oz. - 100ml
1.7 fl. oz. - 50ml
ETAT LIBRE D'ORANGE
STORY OF YOUR LIFE
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$190
Description
Story of Your Life by Etat Libre d'Orange is an audacious gourmand fragrance that captures the tender warmth of lazy mornings, buttery pastries, and the intoxicating intimacy of shared silence. This scent delivers layers of citrus, rum, oven-fresh brioche, and velvety chocolate, all wrapped in a cocoon of amber woods and vanilla. Its impressive longevity and evolving character move from bold smoky amber to a comforting, almost skin-like elegance, making it a standout in the world of modern gourmands. Both daring and delicate, this creation tells a sensory story of love and comfort. Created by Jérôme Di Marino for unisex.
Scent Profile
Gourmand
Smoky
Resinous
Balsamic
Woody
Ambery
Floral
Warm
Notes
Top Notes
Cistus Essence
Davana Essence
Benzoin Siam
Middle Notes
Laurel Essence
Orange Blossom Absolute
Brioche Accord
Base Notes
Rum Absolute
Cocoa Resinoid
Patchouli Essence
Vanilla Infusion
Vanilla Absolute
Amber Wood
Orcanox
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.
Perfumer
Jérôme di Marino
Jérôme Di Marino, born in 1987 in Haute-Savoie and raised in Nice, is a French perfumer trained in chemistry who studied at ISIPCA in Versailles. Mentored by Francis Kurkdjian at Takasago, he has created or co-authored nearly 75 fragrances across designer, mainstream, and niche brands including Burberry, Carven, Elie Saab, and Molton Brown, earning recognition including a FiFi award for Black by Daniel Hechter in 2015.
Reviews
4.8
Excellent8 reviews
ETAT LIBRE D'ORANGE
4.9/5 • 7 reviews
Luckyscent
4.0/5 • 1 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers praise Story of Your Life for its unique gourmand interpretation—warm, nuanced, and evocative of real comfort rather than excessive sweetness. Many highlight its evolution from a rich, bold opening to a more intimate, cozy dry down, with excellent longevity.
Pros
Performance excellence: Lasts 8+ hours on skin, with strong projection at first and a lingering, plush presence even on fabric
Versatile appeal: Shines in cold weather and intimate settings, making it ideal for cozy days or romantic nights in
Quality composition: Appreciated for its authentic, complex blend of gourmand and smoky amber notes, avoiding synthetic or cloying sweetness
Cons
Specific limitation: Some find the smoky, balsamic opening slightly overpowering if overapplied
Situational drawback: Warm, gourmand profile may feel out of place in hot or humid weather
Comparisons
Similar to Frustration by Etat Libre d'Orange: Shares a gourmand focus but Story of Your Life is more nuanced and less sweet
Reminds reviewers of Like This by Etat Libre d'Orange: Both evoke comfort, though Story of Your Life is richer with deeper chocolate and rum facets
Vibe & Emotions
Cozy intimacy: Perfect for mornings spent at home or wrapped in a blanket
Nostalgic comfort: Evokes memories of baking, warmth, and gentle affection
Romantic longing: Inspires feelings of togetherness, tenderness, and shared love stories
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