Encre Noire Sport by Lalique

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Encre Noire Sport is a woody aquatic fragrance that balances fresh citrus notes like grapefruit and bergamot with herbal cypress and spicy nutmeg. Its aquatic accord introduces a marine freshness, complemented by the earthy depth of vetiver, lavender, cashmeran, and musk. This creates a scent that is both invigorating and grounded, ideal for those seeking a clean yet complex sporty fragrance with woody and aquatic facets.

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Love In A Mist

Love In A Mist by NuWilds £66.67

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • grapefruit
  • lavender
  • mint
  • rosemary
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #normcore
  • #savory
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic

This fragrance captures the essence of a Chinese summer — the tingling mint and cool eucalyptus of dusky mountain air, the aromatics of shiso, lavender and chamomile as the darkness deepens, the grounding woods and greens of cypress, vetiver and galbanum. A dream of summer rewritten — nostalgic and gently magical.

Perfumer: Jin Yongshan

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701 Eau de Cyprès

701 Eau de Cyprès by Bon Parfumeur £45.83

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  • Key notes:
  • black pepper
  • eucalyptus
  • grapefruit
  • incense
  • nutmeg
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • spicy
  • transparent

A fresh herbaceous blend with a sunny grapefruit at the center of the composition.

Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story. Try 701 if you like cool spices such as cardamom, sunny citrus nuances and refreshing greenness  of eucalyptus. 

Perfumer: Benoist Lapouza.

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No. 89

No. 89 by Floris £83.33

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • geranium
  • neroli
  • nutmeg
  • oakmoss
  • sandalwood
  • vetiver
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • citrusy
  • woody

No. 89 has been an icon among the Floris collection for over 60 years. First crafted in 1951, No. 89 takes its name from the number of their flagship shop on Jermyn Street.

Ian Fleming who was a customer of Floris mentions No. 89 in his James Bond universe.

No. 89 is a classic and timeless mix of fresh citruses, sparkly spices and aromatic herbs resting on sandalwood and oakmoss. There is an adventurous romantic twist in the formula though: a drop of rose.

No. 89 could be a fragrance for the quintessential English gentleman.

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Haf

Haf by Ortir Apothecari £95.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • blackcurrant leaves
  • grapefruit
  • magnolia
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • floral

HAF translates to summer and is pronounced "haarv".

A niche perfume with an intense burst of citrus gradually unfurls to reveal vibrant florals conjuring up the heady sunshine of a summer’s day.

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Kajal III

Kajal III by Kajal £162.50

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  • Key notes:
  • ambroxan
  • grapefruit
  • lavender
  • lemon
  • neroli
  • rosemary
  • Tags:
  • #aftergym
  • #beast
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • citrusy

Symbolically, three is a powerful number which represents the wholeness of a completed cycle — the past, the present, the future. We are not defined by our hardships, but by how we confront them: the discipline of optimism, the courage of resolve. Kajal III, with its burst of ginger and citrus anchored by cleansing lavender and enfolding amber, has been created to honor all forms of determination and fortitude.

Perfumer: Kevin Mathis

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Tonka Lavande

Tonka Lavande by Marie Jeanne £137.50

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • fougere
  • lavender
  • sage
  • tonka beans
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #normcore
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

Perfumer: Sidonie Lancesseur

The Materie Premiere collection. 

A soft, bitter-sweet tonka and cooling lavender blend. Marie Jeanne’s beautiful vision of a 21st century fougere.

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Audacity

Audacity by Plowden & Fallow £90.00

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  • Key notes:
  • geranium
  • grapefruit
  • juniper
  • oakmoss
  • tobacco
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • woody

A confident potion and a tribute to those who are not only prepared to take a gamble, but relish it, laughing in the face of adversity. For here is an ode to modern day British entrepreneurial optimism, life is moving fast, fortunes are being made and lost, but let’s face it, the journey is where the thrill is at its most potent.

Brash and loud is not Audacity’s style; it is far more refined. This unisex fragrance oozes a level of confident subtle sophistication, with it’s aromatic, citrus qualities ascending from an oriental woody base. Audacity is quietly noticeable, daring and bold, but sees no need to shout about it’s merits; people take notice anyway.

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Mainstream

Mainstream by Sly John's Lab £70.83

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  • Key notes:
  • cannabis accord
  • grapefruit
  • lime
  • patchouli
  • vetiver
  • wormwood
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • citrusy
  • green
  • woody

Perfumer: Chris Maurice

A smell-good-like-you-feel-good perfume, reminiscent of carefree hangouts with friends powered by “herbal inhalants”. Mainstream is a beautifully modulated cannabis fragrance, its grapefruit and lime kick-off nicely balanced by the long guaiac wood, patchouli and vetiver fadeout. 

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Nocologne

Nocologne by Fugazzi £170.83

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  • Key notes:
  • cannabis
  • clary sage
  • ginger
  • grapefruit
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • citrusy
  • green

The audacity of Dutch herbs (aka cannabis), along with notes of hand-squeezed grapefruit, Calabrian bergamot, and mandarin. Matching sass with class are mimosa and pink pepper. Big, confident and up for fun.

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This is Not a Blue Bottle 1/.6 – Love

This is Not a Blue Bottle 1/.6 – Love by Histoires de Parfums £137.50

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  • Key notes:
  • grapefruit
  • neroli
  • vetiver
  • yuzu
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy

Yuzu, vibrating with the tartness of grapefruit and the sweetness of mandarin, embraces feel-good orange blossom. Nuzzly neroli and musks make wearing this feel like falling in love in an orchard of citrus trees.

About Encre Noire Sport by Lalique

What makes Encre Noire Sport different from these similar fragrances?
Encre Noire Sport combines woody aquatic notes with a distinctive aquatic accord, setting it apart from many alternatives that focus more on herbal, spicy, or traditional woody elements. Its balance of grapefruit, cypress, and cashmeran alongside musk creates a fresh yet deep sporty scent.
Are these fragrances suitable for warm weather like Encre Noire Sport?
Most of these fragrances feature fresh citrus and vetiver notes that make them appropriate for warmer conditions. However, some have heavier or spicier notes like tobacco or cannabis that might feel more substantial in heat.
Which shared notes should I focus on if I like Encre Noire Sport?
Key shared notes are grapefruit, bergamot, vetiver, nutmeg, and lavender. Fragrances highlighting these ingredients tend to capture the fresh, woody, and spicy balance found in Encre Noire Sport.