Lalique
Encre Noire
A low-priced cult from Lalique, Encre Noire is a dark, mineral vetiver: an earthy, smoky vetiver on a base of guaiac wood and musk. Sober, elegant and nocturnal.
Main accords
Pyramid & evolution
Unofficial sources Data drawn from unofficial sources, not from the house: this pyramid (like the year and gender shown) may contain discrepancies.
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Opening First minutes
Pine
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Heart ~30 min to 2 h
Vetiver · Guaiac wood
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Base Several hours
White musk · Woody notes · Amber
What its composition says
- 3 materials in the base for 1 on top: the pyramid is built for staying power rather than for the opening.
- Pine: a niche material, declared by only 14 of the 1,980 perfumes analysed in the catalogue.
- White musk: conversely, one of the most widely used materials in the catalogue — 50% of the analysed perfumes contain it.
- Woody, musky and amber: 3 registers of raw materials share its palette, with woody supplying 4 of 6.
Frequencies measured on the Olfact catalogue only.
Scent profile
Estimates derived from the composition — not measured.
Wear time
Moderate
5 to 7 h estimated on skin
Projection
Moderate
noticeable at arm’s length
Ideal seasons
Time of day
At ease in mild weather, 15 to 22 °C (59 to 72 °F).
Ideal occasions
- Office & everyday Measured enough not to overwhelm a closed space or a meeting.
Strengths
- Great versatility: goes from the office to dinner without a false note.
The success of Encre Noire by Lalique comes down to its versatility: an easy-going signature that finds its place from morning to night without ever clashing.
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