Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum bottle Encre Noire A L'Extreme
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2015 Year 2011
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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 - Autoportrait Eau de Parfum
This woody-balsamic fragrance is a quiet charmer, perfect for those seeking introspective comfort. While some find its performance lacking, its unique blend of woody resins and subtle freshness makes it a beloved, albeit intimate, wear.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 15%
Floral 5% 2%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 9% 7%
Sweet 13% 10%
Warm 13% 15%
Woody 39% 28%
Earthy 23% 20%
Animalic 1% 8%
Fresh 12% 14%

Mood

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

Notes

Shared Notes
Elemi 34% vs 62%
Bergamot 24% vs 37%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum
Cypress 41%
Shared Notes
Incense 36% vs 36%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 41% Orris 22%
Only in Autoportrait Eau de Parfum
Benzoin 37% Musk 26%
Only in Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum
Benzoin 34% Sandalwood 33% Patchouli 33%
Only in Autoportrait Eau de Parfum
Cedar 40% Vetiver 36% Oakmoss 24%

Accords

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum Autoportrait Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
86%
Aromatic
94%
68%
Amber
77%
61%
Balsamic
67%
58%
Earthy
62%
58%
Warm Spicy
52%
Citrus
52%
52%
Smoky
50%
Mossy
48%
46%
Fresh Spicy
47%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
86%
94%
Amber shared
68%
77%
Balsamic shared
61%
67%
Earthy shared
58%
62%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
52%
52%
Smoky shared
52%
50%
48%
Fresh Spicy shared
46%
47%

Performance

Encre Noire A L'Extreme Eau de Parfum Autoportrait Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
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.

Autoportrait Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its intimate sillage and clean, woody profile make it suitable for casual wear or close encounters, like a date, where it won't overpower. The subtle nature means it can work in an office, but it might be too quiet for formal events or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
86%
Accord
94%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Amber accords and Vetiver, Elemi notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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