Lalique Encre Noire A L`Extreme Eau De Parfum - 100ml

This fragrance by Lalique is a bold, woody aromatic eau de parfum. The official description emphasises:

“ENCRE NOIRE À L’EXTRÊME reinvents masculine sensuality with its powerful cypress and vétiver accord. A woody new intensity with a unique and unforgettable sillage.”

Key note breakdown:

• Top notes: Bergamot, Cypress, Elemi resin. 

• Heart notes: Vétiver (Haitian & other), Incense, Orris. 

• Base notes: Benzoin Siam, Sandalwood, Patchouli. 
  It was created by perfumer Nathalie Lorson and launched in 2015 as an intensified version of the original “Encre Noire”. 

 Key Benefits 

• Distinctive woody character: The composition focuses heavily on vetiver and cypress, giving a forest-wood, slightly resinous, smoky aura. 

• Sophisticated and long-lasting: Many users report excellent longevity, making it suitable for evenings, formal occasions or cooler weather. 

• Refined masculine sensuality: The brand describes it as reinventing masculinity “between light and shadow”. 

• High-quality ingredients & craftsmanship: Manufactured in France; part of a heritage brand with luxury appeal. 

• Unique olfactory profile: It is not generic—offers a bold statement that sets the wearer apart rather than blending in.

 How to Use 

• Application: Use 2-3 sprays on pulse points (neck, chest, maybe back of wrists) for general wear. For a stronger trail, add one more on clothes (if fabric allows).

• Best occasions: Evening wear, formal events, cooler seasons (autumn/winter) — the rich woods and incense flourish in cooler air. Reviewers note this is less ideal for very hot, humid weather. 

• When to skip / minimise: If you’re in high-heat or need something ultra-light and casual (this is rather intense), you may prefer a lighter fragrance.

• Tips for wear: Because of its intensity, start light if you are new to it. Allow the base to develop (vetiver + benzoin) before judging the full character.

• Layering: Could be layered with a lighter or fresher top note fragrance for daytime adaptation, though the strong woods will dominate.