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Lalique 2006 EDT

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Encre Noire

by Nathalie Lorson

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Lalique Encre Noire is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2006, created by Nathalie Lorson. Encre Noire opens with Cypress, settles into a heart of Vetiver, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood and Musk. Lalique's Encre Noire carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

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.
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Encre Noire Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
80%
Earthy
54%
Musky
51%
Fresh Spicy
42%

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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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

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.

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About

Imagine wandering through a dense, rain-soaked cypress forest - that's Encre Noire. A sharp, almost inky cypress opens, quickly giving way to a dominant, dry, earthy vetiver heart, redolent of damp soil and roots. As it settles, a clean yet enveloping cashmere wood and musk emerge, softening the edges but retaining its darkly meditative quality. It's a minimalist, unsweetened journey into the raw essence of natural woods.

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