500 Years
warm spicy up front, then rose, settling into woody.
About
500 Years by Etat Libre d'Orange is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. 500 Years was launched in 2019. Top notes are Saffron, Cardamom and Bergamot; middle notes are Turkish Rose, Agarwood (Oud) and Geranium; base notes are Patchouli, Amberwood and Suede.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Etat Libre d'Orange picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does 500 Years smell like?
warm spicy up front, then rose, settling into woody. Dominant accords: warm spicy, rose, woody.
What notes are in 500 Years?
Top: Saffron, Cardamom, Bergamot. Heart: Turkish Rose, Agarwood (Oud), Geranium. Base: Patchouli, Amberwood, Suede.
How long does 500 Years last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is 500 Years loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is 500 Years best for?
Winter is the top pick (42%). Fall is second at 41%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for 500 Years?
Night wear leads at 69%. Day is a secondary pick at 31%.
Is 500 Years for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 57% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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