La Fin du Monde

Q: Is this fragrance suitable for a professional office environment?

Despite the provocative name and gun powder notes, the community frequently recommends this as a business-appropriate scent. The powdery orris and sandalwood create a sophisticated, clean aura that isn't loud or intrusive.

Q: How noticeable is the popcorn note?

The popcorn note is distinct in the opening, providing a dry, toasted, and savory sensation. However, it is not a sugary "movie theater butter" smell; it quickly blends into the powdery heart and becomes a textured, nutty nuance rather than a literal food scent.

Q: Is La Fin du Monde more masculine or feminine?

It is a true unisex fragrance. It balances traditionally feminine powdery florals and ambrette with traditionally masculine notes of gun powder, black pepper, and sandalwood, making it comfortable for anyone to wear.

Q: Does the gun powder note make it smell like smoke?

Not exactly. The gun powder accord provides a metallic, mineral, and slightly sulfurous edge rather than a thick, smoky campfire or incense smell. It adds a "cold" flinty spark to the warm, spicy base.

Q: How is the longevity on skin?

It typically lasts between seven to nine hours for most wearers. While it may become a skin scent toward the end of the day, the ambrette and sandalwood base ensures it remains perceptible through a full shift.

Q: Can this be worn in the summer?

While it is most popular in fall and spring, its lack of heavy sweetness and the inclusion of fresh freesia make it wearable in the summer, particularly in climate-controlled indoor settings or for evening leisure.

Etat Libre d'Orange·2013

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Accords

Notes

TopPopcorn//Roasted sesame//Black pepper

HeartOrris absolute//Cumin//Freesia

BaseAmbrette seed//Sandalwood//Gun powder

Where to buy La Fin du Monde

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$103.59Buy

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50ml

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What does La Fin du Monde smell like?

La Fin du Monde is inspired by the end of the world as a cinematic event, and the scent captures that "blockbuster" experience by blending the comforting aroma of a movie theater with the sharp, metal...

Details

House: Etat Libre d'Orange
Gender: unisex
Year: 2013
Longevity: 6.9 / 10
Sillage: 6.1 / 10
Scent Profile: Sweet, Spicy, Floral, Powdery, Gourmand
Best Seasons: Fall, Spring
Best Occasions: Leisure, Daily
Perfumer: Quentin Bisch

Community Insights

Based on 94 discussions

The fragrance is widely regarded as a subversive daily scent; while the marketing suggests something explosive, enthusiasts often describe it as a powdery, wearable "office scent" with a subtle, unsweet caramel-like quality.
Performance is a point of praise, with most users reporting it easily lasts through an average workday, though the projection is more intimate and professional than "nuclear."
It is considered highly unique within the niche market, with the combination of popcorn, orris, and gun powder noted for having no direct scent twins or easy comparisons.
Usage leans toward the cooler months of fall and winter, though it is frequently worn as a signature daily scent due to its balance of quirky notes and a clean, powdery finish.
The value is generally viewed as high for those seeking creative perfumery, as it offers a high-concept Quentin Bisch composition at a more accessible price point than many other niche houses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this fragrance suitable for a professional office environment?+

Despite the provocative name and gun powder notes, the community frequently recommends this as a business-appropriate scent. The powdery orris and sandalwood create a sophisticated, clean aura that isn't loud or intrusive.

How noticeable is the popcorn note?+

The popcorn note is distinct in the opening, providing a dry, toasted, and savory sensation. However, it is not a sugary "movie theater butter" smell; it quickly blends into the powdery heart and becomes a textured, nutty nuance rather than a literal food scent.

Is La Fin du Monde more masculine or feminine?+

It is a true unisex fragrance. It balances traditionally feminine powdery florals and ambrette with traditionally masculine notes of gun powder, black pepper, and sandalwood, making it comfortable for anyone to wear.

Does the gun powder note make it smell like smoke?+

Not exactly. The gun powder accord provides a metallic, mineral, and slightly sulfurous edge rather than a thick, smoky campfire or incense smell. It adds a "cold" flinty spark to the warm, spicy base.

Appears in Collections

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What does La Fin du Monde smell like?

La Fin du Monde is inspired by the end of the world as a cinematic event, and the scent captures that "blockbuster" experience by blending the comforting aroma of a movie theater with the sharp, metal...

Details

House: Etat Libre d'Orange
Gender: unisex
Year: 2013
Longevity: 6.9 / 10
Sillage: 6.1 / 10
Scent Profile: Sweet, Spicy, Floral, Powdery, Gourmand
Best Seasons: Fall, Spring
Best Occasions: Leisure, Daily
Perfumer: Quentin Bisch

Community Insights

Based on 94 discussions

The fragrance is widely regarded as a subversive daily scent; while the marketing suggests something explosive, enthusiasts often describe it as a powdery, wearable "office scent" with a subtle, unsweet caramel-like quality.
Performance is a point of praise, with most users reporting it easily lasts through an average workday, though the projection is more intimate and professional than "nuclear."
It is considered highly unique within the niche market, with the combination of popcorn, orris, and gun powder noted for having no direct scent twins or easy comparisons.
Usage leans toward the cooler months of fall and winter, though it is frequently worn as a signature daily scent due to its balance of quirky notes and a clean, powdery finish.
The value is generally viewed as high for those seeking creative perfumery, as it offers a high-concept Quentin Bisch composition at a more accessible price point than many other niche houses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this fragrance suitable for a professional office environment?+

Despite the provocative name and gun powder notes, the community frequently recommends this as a business-appropriate scent. The powdery orris and sandalwood create a sophisticated, clean aura that isn't loud or intrusive.

How noticeable is the popcorn note?+

The popcorn note is distinct in the opening, providing a dry, toasted, and savory sensation. However, it is not a sugary "movie theater butter" smell; it quickly blends into the powdery heart and becomes a textured, nutty nuance rather than a literal food scent.

Is La Fin du Monde more masculine or feminine?+

It is a true unisex fragrance. It balances traditionally feminine powdery florals and ambrette with traditionally masculine notes of gun powder, black pepper, and sandalwood, making it comfortable for anyone to wear.

Does the gun powder note make it smell like smoke?+

Not exactly. The gun powder accord provides a metallic, mineral, and slightly sulfurous edge rather than a thick, smoky campfire or incense smell. It adds a "cold" flinty spark to the warm, spicy base.

Where to buy La Fin du Monde

from $76.29 (50ml) · 1 retailer

Every retailer shown here is a seller we’ve vetted.

100ml

Checked Jul 11

FragranceNet

$103.59Buy

Today's best price of $103.59 is about the typical price for this size, based on 16 days of tracking.

50ml

Checked Jul 11

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$76.29Buy

Today's best price of $76.29 is about the typical price for this size, based on 16 days of tracking.

<5ml

Checked Jul 11

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$97.99Buy

How is the longevity on skin?+

It typically lasts between seven to nine hours for most wearers. While it may become a skin scent toward the end of the day, the ambrette and sandalwood base ensures it remains perceptible through a full shift.

Can this be worn in the summer?+

While it is most popular in fall and spring, its lack of heavy sweetness and the inclusion of fresh freesia make it wearable in the summer, particularly in climate-controlled indoor settings or for evening leisure.

$103.59

Typical priceChecked Jul 11

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Today's best price of $97.99 is about the typical price for this size, based on 16 days of tracking.

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