Lalique White In Black Lalique

For Men
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2021

At a glance

Is Lalique White In Black Lalique worth trying?

Lalique White in Black by Lalique is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
amber, warm spicy, aromatic with Olibanum, Sicilian Bergamot, Grapefruit

The first impression

Lalique White in Black by Lalique is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men. Lalique White in Black was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is Karine Dubreuil-Sereni. Top notes are Olibanum, Sicilian Bergamot and Grapefruit; middle notes are Cardamom, Lavender Extract, Elemi resin and Pink Pepper; base notes are Vanilla, White Cedar Extract, Tolu Balsam, Ambroxan and Patchouli.

What shapes the scent

amber 100%
warm spicy 85%
aromatic 70%
vanilla 60%
woody 50%
powdery 40%
balsamic 35%
fresh spicy 30%
lavender 25%
sweet 20%

The perfumer behind it

Karine Dubreuil-Sereni

Karine Dubreuil-Sereni

Karine Dubreuil-Sereni is a perfumer who has worked on a variety of fragrances for brands such as Armand Basi, Azzaro, and Bentley. Her creations include Dont Look Back, Blue Charm, Mademoiselle, and Infinite Rush White Edition. Dubreuil-Sereni's style spans from fresh and floral to bold and modern.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Olibanum Olibanum
Sicilian Bergamot Sicilian Bergamot
Grapefruit Grapefruit

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Cardamom Cardamom
Lavender Extract Lavender Extract
Elemi resin Elemi resin
Pink Pepper Pink Pepper

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Vanilla Vanilla
White Cedar Extract White Cedar Extract
Tolu Balsam Tolu Balsam
Ambroxan Ambroxan
Patchouli Patchouli

The mood it creates

The Sovereign Archetype: Portrait of Lalique White In Black Lalique

Essence

Lalique White in Black captures the Sovereign archetype-a ruler who commands with quiet authority. The fragrance's regal contrast of citrus brightness (bergamot, grapefruit) against dark resins (tolu balsam, patchouli) mirrors their ability to balance approachability with unshakable poise. Like a crown that gleams but never shouts, its vanilla-ambroxan base asserts presence without aggression.

Style & Aesthetic

They wear tailored suits in midnight blue or charcoal, fabrics that whisper rather than rustle. The scent's lavender-cardamom elegance reflects their preference for understatement-think cufflinks over logos, a single antique ring rather than gaudy jewels.

Philosophy & Values

They believe true power serves rather than dominates. The elemi resin's incense-like solemnity speaks to their sense of duty, while pink pepper's playful spark suggests they never mistake seriousness for rigidity. Leadership, like this fragrance, must be layered.

Relationships

Their inner circle is small but fiercely loyal. The tolu balsam's honeyed warmth in the drydown reveals their private tenderness-reserved for those who see past the crown to the person beneath.

Lifestyle

Mornings begin with methodical preparation: steam-pressed linen, espresso in a porcelain cup. The bergamot's crispness mirrors their clarity of purpose, while white cedar in the base grounds their decisions in timeless principles.

Shadow

Their danger lies in over-isolation, like a throne set too high. The shadow Sovereign risks becoming a solitaire-hard and cold as ambroxan when unbalanced by vanilla's softness.

Conclusion

Lalique White in Black is the scent of benevolent authority-a reminder that true sovereignty blends strength (black) with grace (white). From olibanum's sacred smoke to patchouli's earthy resolve, it wears like a coronation for the modern age.