Amethyst Exquise

Amethyst Exquise by Lalique delivers a deeply rounded, syrupy berry fragrance with a refined, mature character. It opens with a rich blend of blackberry, black currant, and raspberry, softened by heliotrope and a subtle boozy hint, creating a lush, velvety texture. The heart reveals a delicate orchid and Bulgarian rose, adding a faint floral elegance that balances the sweetness. The base unfolds into a warm, woody vanilla with benzoin and sandalwood, grounding the composition with a clean, slightly smoky depth. While many reviewers describe it as 'exquisitely sweet' and 'crisp' with an ultraberry profile, it avoids the candy-like tropes—instead leaning into a deeper, more sensual frame, evoking blackberry mulled wine, dark forest berries, and a gilded woodiness. The sillage is generous in the first hours, projecting far beyond the skin, and longevity is substantial, persisting into the next day and leaving a fragrant trace on clothing and fabrics. Though marketed as an evening fragrance, it performs best in autumn and winter, aligning with cooler climates, while a few note its wearable quality in early spring. The perfume is not an enigmatic or mysterious narcotic, nor is it totally complex—but it's effective, balanced, and surprisingly standout within its series. It emerges as a refined, bold berry scent with a sophistication rare in mass-market fragrances, favoring those seeking a rich, mature, and slightly boozy berry experience without sacrificing practicality.