Lalique 2009 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Encre Noire Pour Elle

by Christine Nagel

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Lalique Encre Noire Pour Elle is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Christine Nagel. Encre Noire Pour Elle settles into a heart of Woody, Rose, and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Vetiver. Lalique's Encre Noire Pour Elle carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

If you're after a clean, musky rose with a touch of elegance, this is your cup of tea. But don't go in expecting a 'noir' experience like its masculine counterpart, as it definitely leans into soft, powdery floral territory. It's a divisive one, loved by some for its serene femininity and dismissed by others for being too 'safe' or 'soapy'.
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Encre Noire Pour Elle Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Floral
100%
Musky
87%
Rose
83%
Woody
69%
Aromatic
55%
Powdery
51%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Given its soft projection and often described 'clean' or 'soapy' nature, it's very suitable for office and casual wear. It works for a date due to its feminine softness, but some find it lacks the necessary 'oomph' for formal events or a sporty vibe.

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This one opens with a surprising sweetness of osmanthus and freesia, quickly followed by a clean, musky rose that dominates the heart. Imagine a soft, slightly powdery floral, almost like a luxurious soap or vintage cosmetic. As it settles, subtle woody hints of vetiver and cedar emerge, grounding the airy floral and musk, but it never loses its delicate femininity.

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