Lalique Encre Noire A L'Extreme
4.2
Overall
Accords
woody
aromatic
amber
balsamic
warm spicy
earthy
smoky
Notes Pyramid
Top
CypressElemi resinBergamot
Heart
Haitian VetiverVetiverIncenseOrris
Base
BenzoinSandalwoodPatchouli
Community Verdict
Pros & Cons
- ✅ The cypress and vetiver blend creates a striking, memorable woody intensity.
- ✅ Long‑lasting with moderate sillage, making it suitable for evening wear.
- ✅ Excellent value for an Eau de Parfum with high‑quality ingredients.
- ✅ Powerful woody intensity that stands out in cooler weather.
- ✅ Long‑lasting dry‑down with a smooth, creamy sandalwood finish.
- ✅ Well‑balanced projection – noticeable without being overwhelming.
- ✅ Niche‑like perfume for the price
- ✅ Great longevity and projection
- ✅ One of the best bottle designs of all time
- ✅ Unique creation among popular trends
- ✅ The liquid ages and becomes richer over time
- ✅ Niche-like perfume for the price
- ✅ Great longevity
- ❌ The heavy woody and smoky profile can be overwhelming for those preferring lighter scents.
- ❌ Some users find the fragrance too intense for daytime or warmer weather.
- ❌ Can feel heavy or overwhelming in hot summer temperatures.
- ❌ The smoky vetiver may be too niche for those preferring lighter scents.
- ❌ Moderate sillage may not satisfy users who want a strong trail.
- ❌ Too much for beginners, too little for experienced wearers
- ❌ Thin progression after the opening
- ❌ The original Encre Noire is considered better by many
- ❌ Name doesn’t reflect the scent accurately
- ❌ Very polarising and not suitable for warm climates
- ❌ Too much for beginners, too little for experienced crowd
- ❌ Thin progression
- ❌ Original is better and cheaper
- ❌ Name doesn’t reflect the perfume
