Cologne
citrus up front, then white floral, settling into green.
About
Cologne by Etat Libre d'Orange is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Cologne was launched in 2014. Top notes are Bergamot, Blood Orange and Green Notes; middle notes are Orange Blossom and Jasmine; base notes are Musk and Leather. La Cologne or Cologne as engraved on the flacon,…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Etat Libre d'Orange picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Cologne smell like?
citrus up front, then white floral, settling into green. Dominant accords: citrus, white floral, green.
What notes are in Cologne?
Top: Bergamot, Blood Orange, Green Notes. Heart: Orange Blossom, Jasmine. Base: Musk, Leather.
How long does Cologne last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Cologne loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Cologne best for?
Summer is the top pick (50%). Spring is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Cologne?
Day wear leads at 89%. Night is a secondary pick at 11%.
Is Cologne for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 53% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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