Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum vs Series 3 Incense: Kyoto Eau de Parfum

Encre Noire A L'Extreme

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2015	Year	2002
£	Price Tier	££

Series 3 Incense: Kyoto

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Which Should You Buy?

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 - Series 3 Incense: Kyoto Eau de Parfum

Kyoto is divisive, with some finding it a wispy, soapy disappointment, while others hail it as a masterpiece of calming, woody incense. It's subtle, serene, and absolutely ideal for intimate moments.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	0%
Floral	5%	0%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	9%	8%
Sweet	13%	12%
Warm	13%	17%
Woody	39%	46%
Earthy	23%	28%
Animalic	1%	3%
Fresh	12%	8%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Encre Noire A L'Extreme EdP

Series 3 Incense: Kyoto EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Cypress 41% Elemi 34% Bergamot 25%

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum

Cypress 41% Elemi 34% Bergamot 25%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 41% vs 11%

Incense 36% vs 15%

Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum

Orris 22%

Only in Series 3 Incense: Kyoto Eau de Parfum

Cypress 16% Cedar 13% Teak 11% Immortelle 8% Patchouli 8% Amber 8% Coffee 8%

Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum

Benzoin 34% Sandalwood 33% Patchouli 33%

Accords

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum Series 3 Incense: Kyoto Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

86%

Aromatic

61%

68%

Amber

60%

61%

Balsamic

45%

58%

Warm Spicy

51%

58%

Earthy

52%

Smoky

51%

46%

Fresh Spicy

Woody shared

100%

Aromatic shared

86%

61%

Amber shared

68%

60%

Balsamic shared

61%

45%

Warm Spicy shared

58%

51%

Earthy

58%

Smoky shared

52%

51%

Fresh Spicy

46%

Performance

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum Series 3 Incense: Kyoto Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

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.

Series 3 Incense: Kyoto Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its gentle sillage and moderate longevity make it perfect for quiet environments like the office or casual wear, as it won't overwhelm. However, its understated nature might be too subtle for formal events or energetic sports.