Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum bottle Encre Noire A L'Extreme
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2015 Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
Lato Oscuro Extrait bottle Lato Oscuro

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Our Verdict - Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum
This is a masterpiece dark woody vetiver for the price, a true love-it-or-hate-it scent. Lalique delivers niche-level quality on a budget, though some batches seem to struggle with longevity. It's not a crowd-pleaser, but if you like gothic forests and contemplation, you're in for a treat.
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Our Verdict - Lato Oscuro Extrait
Lato Oscuro means 'Dark Side', and it delivers: this is a deep, resinous, aromatic scent unapologetic in its intensity. It's a statement piece, not a crowd-pleaser for the faint of heart, perfect for those who appreciate a truly unique aroma. Prepare for strong opinions.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 14%
Floral 5% 1%
Fruity 0% 2%
Green 9% 11%
Sweet 13% 16%
Warm 13% 14%
Woody 39% 34%
Earthy 23% 12%
Animalic 1% 9%
Fresh 12% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Encre Noire A L'Extreme EdP
Lato Oscuro Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Cypress 41% vs 29%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum
Elemi 34% Bergamot 25%
Only in Lato Oscuro Extrait
Orange 29% Pine 25% Lime 17%
Shared Notes
Incense 36% vs 25%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 41% Orris 22%
Only in Lato Oscuro Extrait
Juniper 29% Elemi 25% Patchouli 21%
Shared Notes
Benzoin 34% vs 22%
Sandalwood 33% vs 27%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 33%
Only in Lato Oscuro Extrait
Musk 27% Amber 23%

Accords

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum Lato Oscuro Extrait
100%
Woody
100%
86%
Aromatic
96%
68%
Amber
67%
46%
Fresh Spicy
63%
61%
Balsamic
62%
58%
Warm Spicy
56%
58%
Earthy
Citrus
56%
52%
Smoky
46%
Conifer
47%
Powdery
46%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
86%
96%
Amber shared
68%
67%
Fresh Spicy shared
46%
63%
Balsamic shared
61%
62%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
56%
58%
56%
Smoky shared
52%
46%
47%
46%

Performance

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum Lato Oscuro Extrait
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

This scent's dark, bold, and resinous character, combined with reports of moderate projection, makes it less suitable for a typical office environment. However, its sophisticated and mysterious nature is well-suited for casual outings or evening wear, with some finding it appropriate for dates or even layering for formal events. It's definitely not one for the gym.

Lato Oscuro Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its potent profile of woody, amber, and balsamic accords, Lato Oscuro is too commanding for a typical office setting. It truly shines on dates or formal events where its luxurious depth can be appreciated without overwhelming others.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
89%
Accord
87%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Amber accords and Cypress, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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