She Was An Anomaly is a quietly magnetic iris and musk composition that feels like second skin, opening with a crisp flash of green tangerine before easing into a soft focus floral heart, then melting to a serene trail of musk, sandalwood, and amber. It is comfort and modernity in equal measure, conceived as a singular character study rather than a loud statement, perfect for those who want a refined, clean aura that invites people closer rather than projecting across the room.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2019. Perfumer Daniela Andrier.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Green tangerine
Heart: Vanilla orchid, Incense, Plum
Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Amber
Story and Positioning
Created as a tribute to originals who defy templates, the brand describes it as a singularity where an intentional overload of iris and musk becomes the idea and the emotion. It reads like a minimalist poem in scent, elegant and comforting, suited to everyday wear and intimate settings. If you enjoy clean musky iris styles such as Prada Infusion d'Iris or the soft powdery glow of Narciso Poudrée, this will feel like the sophisticated, whisper-soft option in your wardrobe.
Bottle and Design
Presented in the house’s signature rectilinear glass with substantial clarity and a polished metal cap, the bottle wears a crisp white label that carries the Etat Libre d'Orange emblem and nameplate. The proportions feel balanced in hand, the sprayer gives a fine mist for easy control, and the transparent reservoir lets the pale juice glow on a vanity with understated elegance.
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer: Etat Libre d'Orange
Address: 69 Rue des Archives, 75003 Paris, France
Country of Manufacture: France
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