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Etat Libre d`Orange launched Nombril Immense in 2006 — and it was a brilliant move. Production was discontinued in 2017. By character, a unisex fragrance drawing from the spicy and east families. This fragrance is the result of a creative collaboration between Etienne de Swardt and Nathalie Feisthauer. The fragrance concentration is eau de parfum.
France is where this fragrance comes from — and it shows. Nombril Immense Etat Libre d`Orange — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The olfactory structure of Nombril Immense unfolds as a layered story, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The style of Etat Libre d`Orange is clear from the opening to the final trail. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de parfum emphasizes a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The olfactory framework is shaped by these accords: Balsamic, Citrus, Wood and Powdery without random overlap. Background accords such as Spicy add depth to the backdrop. The gender direction is unisex, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
In a unified mixed pyramid the opening appears as one connected movement with a expressively spicy mood: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Carrot Seeds, Patchouli, Peruvian Balsam and Vetiver.
The heart and base are perceived as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Citrus, Spicy, Wood and Balsamic. The framework further includes Gourmet.
Overall Nombril Immense sounds complete from start to finish — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. These are the fragrances best understood on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Etat Libre d`Orange |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.etatlibredorange.com |
| Year of production | 2006 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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Each of us probably remembers grandma's wardrobe, where fur coats and boxes of leather shoes were kept, and next to them sat powder compacts with puffs that hadn't been used for a long time. For me, this is exactly what evokes associations with Nombril Immense. The name, in my opinion, can be linked to the "navel of the earth," thanks to the earthy notes of patchouli and the warm, bodily powderiness of musk.
If you appreciate refined and calm fragrances with an emphasis on powder, musk, and patchouli in an old-fashioned style, then Nombril Immense is what you need. However, it's worth noting that this fragrance is no longer available on the brand's official website, as it has been discontinued