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Nostos by Etat Libre d'Orange: The Scent of Achilles’ Return

by Nose Anatomy

Jan 16, 2025

A Fragrance of Epic Longing and Heroic Duality


Nostos, the latest creation by Etat Libre d'Orange, explores the Greek concept of return, symbolizing an impossible longing. Rooted in the idea of nostalgia, this fragrance takes inspiration from Achilles, the hero of The Iliad, whose fate reflects a profound duality—both divine and human, strong yet fragile.


The perfume embodies the duality of Achilles through a balance of strength and beauty, with top notes of deep incense, vibrant mandarin, and exotic saffron, invoking ancient rituals. The heart reveals the power of Turkish rose, delicate jasmine, and rich oud, representing the hero’s complex nature—fierce yet tender.


Base notes of sandalwood, georgie wood, ambrofix, suede, and musk offer a lasting foundation, symbolizing the permanence of Achilles' legacy and the timelessness of his story. Nostos is a journey of nostalgia and longing, capturing the essence of a hero torn between love and war, fate and desire.



Olfactory Pyramid:

  • Top Notes: Essence of Incense, Essence of Mandarin, Saffron

  • Heart Notes: Essence & Absolu de Turkish Rose, Absolu de Jasmine, Oud Accord

  • Base Notes: Sandalwood, Georgie Wood, Ambrofix, Suede, Musk


Nostos is not just a fragrance but a narrative that transports you into the heart of an epic, where longing and memory triumph over time.





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