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Etat Libre d'Orange Malaise of the 1970's unisex
Etat Libre d'Orange

Malaise of the 1970's unisex

Citrus
Fresh
Floral
Rose
Jasmine
White Floral
Aldehydic
EDP · 2012 · unisex

Etat Libre d'Orange is a French indie house known for unconventional fragrances that prioritize artistic expression over commercial appeal. Founded in 2006 by Frédéric Malle and Etienne de Swardt, the brand has built a reputation for bold, unapologetic scents that challenge fragrance conventions.

Malaise of the 1970's opens with a sharp aldehydic blast paired with bright citrus notes of bergamot and mandarin, grounded by a crisp rose. The heart shifts toward warmer territory with blood orange, jasmine, and litchi, accented by nutmeg and pepper that add a spiced complexity. The base settles into a rich amber and tonka sweetness, anchored by leather and patchouli that give the fragrance a retro, slightly dusty character -- fitting for a fragrance named after a specific era.

This is a unisex fragrance that works best for those drawn to vintage-inspired scents with genuine depth rather than simple sweetness. It's ideal for cooler months or evening wear, when the fuller base notes can fully develop. If you gravitate toward fragrances with competing sweet and leather notes that create tension rather than harmony, Malaise of the 1970's merits exploration. The Hedonist, The Romantic, and The Sensualist may appeal to similar sensibilities.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
90%
Fresh
33%
Floral
80%
Rose
17%
Jasmine
28%
White Floral
28%
Aldehydic
100%
Woody
67%
Patchouli
39%
Earthy
39%
Musky
39%
Powdery
17%
Amber
60%
Warm Spicy
67%
Spicy
56%
Vanilla
39%
Sweet
100%
Gourmand
39%
Leather
70%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
aldehydes
aldehydes
The chemical family that created modern perfumery, aldehydes were first used prominently in Chanel N°5 (1921), adding a soapy, abstract, almost metallic sparkle that lifted the fragrance above anything previously possible. They don't smell like anything in nature; their effect is more textural than aromatic. Aldehydic fragrances feel luminous, sophisticated, and distinctly 20th century.
bergamot
bergamot
A sun-ripened Italian citrus with a brightness that goes beyond lemon, simultaneously tart, floral, and slightly spicy. It's the defining note of Earl Grey tea and the backbone of countless fresh colognes. Perfumers love it as an opener because it lifts the entire composition without overpowering what follows.
mandarin orange
mandarin orange
orange
orange
Warm, round, and familiar, sweet orange is the most approachable of the citrus family. In perfumery it reads as sunlit and optimistic, with a gentle warmth that stops short of heaviness. Orange is frequently used to smooth and soften citrus openings, adding a natural sweetness that makes compositions feel immediately welcoming.
rose
rose
The queen of floral notes and the most-used ingredient in fine perfumery. Real rose is simultaneously velvety, honeyed, and slightly spicy, nothing like the synthetic candy version. Depending on the variety used, it can anchor a composition or drift through it like a ghost, adding warmth without dominating.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
blood orange
blood orange
Darker and more complex than regular sweet orange, blood orange has a berry-like, slightly tart quality alongside its citrus brightness. The pigment responsible for its deep crimson colour also gives it a richer, more brooding character. It bridges citrus and fruity families in a way that feels distinctly Mediterranean.
jasmine
jasmine
Intoxicating, heady, and slightly animalic, jasmine is one of the few flowers that smells as rich in a bottle as it does climbing a garden wall at dusk. It has an almost fleshy, indolic quality that stops it reading as purely 'clean.' Jasmine is a workhorse in both feminine and masculine perfumery, adding depth and soul.
litchi
litchi
Also known as lychee, litchi has a delicate, floral-fruity sweetness that is lighter and more transparent than most tropical fruits. It has a slightly rose-like quality that makes it at home in floral compositions, and a clean sweetness that reads as refined rather than candy-like. Common in contemporary light florals.
nutmeg
nutmeg
Warm, woody, and softly spiced with a slight sweetness that makes it gentler than clove or pepper. Nutmeg adds a quiet, autumnal warmth to fragrances without sharpness. It blends seamlessly into woody and oriental bases, acting more as a supporting character than a lead note.
pepper
pepper
The most essential spice note in perfumery, encompassing the dry, woody heat of black pepper and its many relatives. Pepper adds edge, lift, and a masculine vitality to fragrances without sweetness. It is the note that stops a composition from feeling comfortable and safe, adding a confident, assertive character.
Base · 3–12 hrs
amber
amber
A warm, resinous accord rather than a single ingredient, amber is typically built from labdanum, benzoin, and vanilla to create a rich, honeyed, almost solar warmth. It's the quintessential base-note family, adding a comforting richness that makes fragrances feel complete. The difference between a fragrance feeling cold and feeling alive.
leather
leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
musk
musk
The base layer of almost every modern fragrance, a soft, warm, skin-like scent that extends longevity and bridges other notes together. Natural musk was once derived from deer (now banned); today's musks are synthetic and range from clean and soapy to dark and animalic. The right musk makes a fragrance smell like 'you.'
patchouli
patchouli
Dense, earthy, and darkly sweet, patchouli is the scent of damp soil and dried herbs with an almost chocolatey richness. It polarizes people because in high concentrations it's overwhelming, but as a supporting note it adds depth and longevity that almost nothing else can match. The backbone of countless oriental and chypre fragrances.
tonka bean
tonka bean
Sweet, powdery, and almond-like with hay-like, slightly tobacco undertones, tonka bean is one of perfumery's most useful base notes. It shares coumarin with fresh hay and freshly cut grass, adding a warmth that feels nostalgic and comforting. Essential in gourmand and soft oriental fragrances.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The HedonistBest match84% match
More is more. You've always known this.

Opulent, rich, long-lasting. Vanilla, amber, dense florals, gourmand warmth.

❤️
The Romantic83% match
Your fragrance is a love letter you never stop writing.

Warm roses, vanilla, amber, creamy musks. Soft, evolving, intimate.

🔥
The Sensualist82% match
You fill the room without trying.

Warm, smooth, projecting. Leather, tobacco, dry amber, bold woods.

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Scent Profile
Citrus90%Fresh33%Floral80%Rose17%Jasmine28%
Fragrance Family
Oriental
EDP

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Frequently asked questions

What does Etat Libre d'Orange Malaise of the 1970's unisex smell like? +
Etat Libre d'Orange is a French indie house known for unconventional fragrances that prioritize artistic expression over commercial appeal. Founded in 2006 by Frédéric Malle and Etienne de Swardt, the brand has built a reputation for bold, unapologetic scents that challenge fragrance conventions. Malaise of the 1970's opens with a sharp aldehydic blast paired with bright citrus notes of bergamot and mandarin, grounded by a crisp rose. The heart shifts toward warmer territory with blood orange, jasmine, and litchi, accented by nutmeg and pepper that add a spiced complexity. The base settles into a rich amber and tonka sweetness, anchored by leather and patchouli that give the fragrance a retro, slightly dusty character -- fitting for a fragrance named after a specific era. This is a unisex fragrance that works best for those drawn to vintage-inspired scents with genuine depth rather than simple sweetness. It's ideal for cooler months or evening wear, when the fuller base notes can fully develop. If you gravitate toward fragrances with competing sweet and leather notes that create tension rather than harmony, Malaise of the 1970's merits exploration. The Hedonist, The Romantic, and The Sensualist may appeal to similar sensibilities.
What are the notes in Etat Libre d'Orange Malaise of the 1970's unisex? +
Top: aldehydes, bergamot, mandarin orange, orange, rose. Heart: blood orange, jasmine, litchi, nutmeg, pepper. Base: amber, leather, musk, patchouli, tonka bean.
What fragrance family is Malaise of the 1970's unisex? +
Etat Libre d'Orange Malaise of the 1970's unisex belongs to the Oriental fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What other fragrances smell like Etat Libre d'Orange Malaise of the 1970's unisex? +
Based on shared notes, Etat Libre d'Orange The Afternoon of A Faun (amber, leather, blood orange, jasmine), Etat Libre d'Orange The Ghost In the Shell (amber, leather, blood orange, jasmine), Etat Libre d'Orange Eloge du Traitre unisex (amber, leather, jasmine, rose), Etat Libre d'Orange La Fin du Monde (amber, leather, jasmine, rose), Ahmed Al Maghribi Leather (amber, leather, jasmine, bergamot) may smell similar to Malaise of the 1970's unisex.
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Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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