Lalique 2023 EDP

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Encre Indigo

by Annick Menardo

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Lalique Encre Indigo is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Annick Menardo. Encre Indigo opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Saffron, Bay Leaf, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, and Ambergris. Lalique's Encre Indigo carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

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.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Unique
  • Modern
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
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Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

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.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Encre Indigo opens with a sharp burst of juniper and bergamot, underscored by a zesty pink pepper. The heart unfurls into a cool, almost metallic black tea note, intertwined with aromatic bay leaf and a hint of warm, suede-like saffron, giving it an unmistakable "inky" quality. The base settles into a clean, earthy vetiver and patchouli blend, softened by a subtle trace of ambergris, leaving a refined yet enigmatic trail.

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