French Lover
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Encre Indigo
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A masterful study in green, earthy masculinity, French Lover is crisp, mossy, and quietly magnetic. It brings refined ruggedness for those who appreciate understated power and natural elegance.
This one is a divisive gem. You'll either get an "inky masterpiece" or a "dental office scrub" - there's very little middle ground for this unique take on the Encre Noire DNA. Prepare for strong opinions.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 7% |
| Floral | 7% | 4% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 24% | 21% |
| Sweet | 6% | 5% |
| Warm | 22% | 21% |
| Woody | 24% | 24% |
| Earthy | 25% | 21% |
| Animalic | 8% | 9% |
| Fresh | 13% | 19% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
French Lover's dominant green and woody notes make it ideal for spring and fall when earthy, herbal freshness shines. The scent is too crisp and fresh for winter's coziness, and may be slightly dense for peak summer heat.
Occasions
The refined yet natural profile is versatile for office, casual, and date settings, projecting sophistication without being overwhelming. Its earthy, mossy depth is less suited to formal black-tie or high-energy sport occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh yet sophisticated character make it suitable for a range of occasions; it's clean enough for the office but intriguing enough for a date. While some found the performance lacking, others found it to be moderate at an arm's length, suggesting it's versatile but not a beastly projector.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Juniper, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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