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Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum bottle Encre Noire A L'Extreme EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2015 Year 2015
£ Price Tier ££
Larmes du Désert Eau de Parfum bottle Larmes du Désert EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Encre Noire A L'Extreme EDP
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 - Larmes du Désert EDP
This one's a divisive one, blending traditional incense and woods with a rather unexpected sweetness. While some rave about its golden, spiritual qualities, others are left scratching their heads, finding it too sweet or strangely fruity. Definitely not a blind buy.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Encre Noire A L'Extreme EDP
Larmes du Désert EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cypress 41% vs 48%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme
Elemi 34% Bergamot 25%
Only in Larmes du Désert
Incense 51%
Shared Notes
Benzoin 34% vs 28%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme
Sandalwood 33% Patchouli 33%
Only in Larmes du Désert
Woody 29% Amber 26% Citrus 17%

Accords

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Larmes du Désert
100%
Woody
100%
86%
Aromatic
46%
68%
Amber
81%
61%
Balsamic
47%
58%
Warm Spicy
51%
58%
Earthy
52%
Smoky
51%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
86%
46%
Amber shared
68%
81%
Balsamic shared
61%
47%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
51%
58%
Smoky shared
52%
51%

Performance

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Larmes du Désert
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Encre Noire A L'Extreme

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.

Larmes du Désert

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate projection and deep, resinous nature make it generally unsuitable for the office, though some find it office-safe given a lighter hand. It shines on dates and formal occasions where its warm, sophisticated character can truly impress, particularly in cooler months. Not suited for casual daywear or sport due to its density.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Encre Noire A L'Extreme EDP
Larmes du Désert EDP
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