Encre Noire
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2004 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Style in Play
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This cult-favourite vetiver bomb is either a gothic masterpiece or a challenging, unwearable mess. It's affordable, distinctive, and certainly not for everyone - prepare for strong opinions, good or bad.
This one is a divisive blast from the past. For some, it's a nostalgic, fresh, apple-laden dream that earns compliments and evokes joy. For others, it's a boozy, synthetic scrubber with weak performance. If you love green apple, this might be your jam, but prepare for hit-or-miss staying power.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 1% | 11% |
| Fruity | 0% | 15% |
| Green | 18% | 13% |
| Sweet | 6% | 11% |
| Warm | 3% | 0% |
| Woody | 58% | 42% |
| Earthy | 15% | 16% |
| Animalic | 14% | 10% |
| Fresh | 15% | 20% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
While some find it professional, its strong, dark, earthy profile can be too polarising for a typical office environment. It works best casually or on dates, especially in cooler weather, as it evokes a mysterious and intriguing aura rather than mass appeal.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, fruity, and woody profile makes it highly suitable for casual and sport settings. While some note it's good for the office, its moderate sillage and energetic vibe might be a tad much for very formal environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Musky accords and Musk, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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