The Last Spritz

Popular fragrances

Score
77/100

Lalique

Encre Noire Pour Elle

2009

The feminine echo of Encre Noire — powdery rose with vetiver shadow, discontinued and worth chasing.

floral
100
musky
82
rose
75
Encre Noire Pour Elle

The take

What works

  • Subtle rose with retro elegance that stands apart from modern sweetness
  • Sophisticated dark feminine with niche-level craft
  • Striking flacon — collectible object as much as fragrance

Trade-offs

  • Discontinued — bottle prices climb every year
  • Too restrained and retro for fans of modern gourmands

Notes

Top

Ambrette (Musk Mallow)Ambrette (Musk Mallow)FreesiaFreesiaBergamotBergamot

Mid

RoseRoseOsmanthusOsmanthusKephalisKephalis

Base

MuskMuskVetiverVetiverVirginia CedarVirginia Cedar

Performance

Longevity65
5–7 hours
Projection62
Arm's length
Sillage62
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring64%
Summer30%
Fall100%
Winter76%
Day99%
Night77%

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

You might also like

Different scent, similar vibe

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Encre Noire Pour Elle last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 65/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Encre Noire Pour Elle?

Best in fall, daytime-leaning.

Is Encre Noire Pour Elle worth it?

At this price, fine — with caveats. Subtle rose with retro elegance that stands apart from modern sweetness. Sophisticated dark feminine with niche-level craft.

Details

Perfumer
Christine Nagel