Eau de Parfum2023
Encre Indigo
Annick MénardoThe nose · 109 fragrances · also made Bottled Absolu (2024)Portrait →

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Lalique  ·  Sold as masculine

Encre Indigo

A brisk walk through an early autumn forest, where the crispness of juniper berries and pink pepper is balanced by the earthy richness of vetiver and patchouli.

3.931,148 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
aromaticwoodyfresh spicygreenwarm spicyearthy
Encre IndigoMid-range · $40–100
42%Similar accords, often for lessLush Vetiver · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares bergamot, saffron and patchouli8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate25% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak7%
Weak11%
Moderate56%
Long lasting21%
Eternal4%
SillageModerate16% say strong or enormous
Intimate22%
Moderate63%
Strong13%
Enormous3%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine64%
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Unisex31%
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Feminine5%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2023, Encre Indigo by Lalique is a fragrance that balances freshness and depth with its aromatic and woody accords. Created by Annick Ménardo, the composition opens with juniper berry, pink pepper, and bergamot to create an invigorating freshness. This gives way to the warmth of black tea, saffron, and bay leaf, before settling into a base of Madagascar vetiver, patchouli, and ambergris that reads as earthy and slightly metallic. The result is a scent that captures both the crispness of nature and the sophistication of its French heritage.

How to wear it

Apply Encre Indigo to pulse points for a subtle yet lasting effect. The fresh top notes are vibrant but fade within two hours, while the base notes provide a warm presence that lingers throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Encre Indigo, Lalique

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03 · The nose

Annick Ménardo

Three decades at Firmenich

Annick Ménardo is a French perfumer who has worked for the fragrance house Firmenich since 1991, building a long career within one of the industry's major laboratories.

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Designer Lalique

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Encre IndigoVIII Rococo Magnolia
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With Clive Christian VIII Rococo Magnolia

Adds floral, rose and fruity; shares bergamot.

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.93/ 5 · 1,148 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 14%.

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Dislike11%
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