Alright, let me tell you about the time I tried out Encre Noire Sport. I’d heard some buzz about it, and, you know me, I like to get my hands on things and see what the hype is all about. So, I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff from Lalique.
First thing I did was give it a good spritz. Right off the bat, I got a big whiff of citrus. Smelled like grapefruit and bergamot mostly. There was also something like a fresh breeze in there, which I guess was the cypress and lavender they talk about. It’s pretty refreshing, not gonna lie. I’d say it is definitely something that wakes you up a bit.
Then, I wore it around for a day to see how it felt. After a while, I started noticing some other scents coming through. There was this cool, kind of watery smell mixed with a bit of nutmeg. I also caught some vetiver, which is apparently the main thing in this fragrance. It’s a kind of earthy, woody scent. They say there’s two types of vetiver in here, Bourbon and Haitian. I’m no expert, but it smelled pretty good to me.
As the day went on, it settled down into something more subtle. I could smell some musk and something called cashmere wood. It’s kind of warm and comforting, but still has that woody vibe. I’d say it is a nice fragrance, and I kept getting whiffs of it throughout the day, but it is not overpowering or anything.
- So, what’s the verdict?
- Well, I’d say Encre Noire Sport is a pretty decent fragrance.
- It’s got that nice mix of citrus and woody notes, and it’s not too strong.
- I liked how it changed throughout the day, from that initial burst of freshness to the more subtle, woody dry down.
I can see why some people might really like this stuff. It’s kind of sophisticated, but not in a stuffy way. More like a laid-back kind of sophistication. And apparently, it’s not too expensive, which is always a plus. I could see myself wearing this again, especially in the spring or summer. It’s got that kind of vibe to it.
Now, I’m no fragrance expert, but I’d say it is worth a try if you are into these kinds of scents. It’s not going to blow your mind, but it is a solid choice for an everyday fragrance. I’d probably give it a 6.5/10 for overall wearability. Not bad, Lalique, not bad at all.
In the end, it is a pretty good fragrance. It is not something I would wear every day, but it is definitely something I would consider for special occasions. So yeah, if you see it around, maybe give it a sniff. You might be surprised.
