Orage by Louis Vuitton
Brand: Louis Vuitton
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A refined, rain-washed composition blending crisp citrus and cool iris with earthy vetiver, pepper, and deep patchouli.
Is Orage worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot and grapefruit, hedione and iris at the heart, then dries down to Java vetiver oil and patchouli.
Scent Score: 69/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 67, reputation 70, versatility 87, layerability 61 and value 52, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Woody · Woody Aromatic
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Hedione, Iris, Pepper, Java vetiver oil
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Grapefruit
Heart Notes
- Hedione
- Iris
- Pepper
Base Notes
- Java vetiver oil
- Patchouli
- Iso E Super
- White Musk
Occasions: Office, Casual, Outdoor, Evening
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Orage by Louis Vuitton belongs to the woody fragrance family. A refined, rain-washed composition blending crisp citrus and cool iris with earthy vetiver, pepper, and deep patchouli. Orage opens with Bergamot and Grapefruit. The heart brings Hedione, Iris, and Pepper. It dries down to Java vetiver oil, Patchouli, Iso E Super, and White Musk.
How to wear Orage
On skin, Orage by Louis Vuitton has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, casual, outdoor, and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle. Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carnal Flower on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Orage : 2 sprays Carnal Flower and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Orage opens with Bergamot and Grapefruit.
The heart brings Hedione, Iris, and Pepper.
It dries down to Java vetiver oil, Patchouli, Iso E Super, and White Musk.
What to layer with Orage
Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and white musk.
Order: Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carnal Flower on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Orage : 2 sprays Carnal Flower
Paradoxe by Prada
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, iris, and white musk.
Order: Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Paradoxe on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Orage : 2 sprays Paradoxe
Chance by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, patchouli, and white musk.
Order: Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chance on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Orage : 2 sprays Chance
Park Avenue by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and grapefruit.
Order: Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Orage : 2 sprays Park Avenue
Lys Sølaberg by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, iris, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lys Sølaberg on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Orage : 2 sprays Lys Sølaberg
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 32/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Orage : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Angel Eau de Parfum by Mugler
Not Recommended · 39/99
Angel Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angel Eau de Parfum brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot and patchouli.
Order: Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Angel Eau de Parfum on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Orage : 1 spray Angel Eau de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle — Both include bergamot and white musk.
- Paradoxe by Prada — Both include bergamot, iris, and white musk.
- Chance by Chanel — Both include iris, patchouli, and white musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Orage?
Orage opens with Bergamot and Grapefruit. The heart brings Hedione, Iris, and Pepper. It dries down to Java vetiver oil, Patchouli, Iso E Super, and White Musk.
How long does Orage last, and how strong is it?
Orage by Louis Vuitton has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Orage?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, casual, outdoor, and evening.
What layers well with Orage?
Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and white musk. Apply Orage first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carnal Flower on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Orage : 2 sprays Carnal Flower.
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