IL by Lancetti
Men 1990
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Description
IL by Lancetti is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1990, this composition features lavender, anise, bergamot, neroli, savoury and basil in the top notes; carnation, geranium, aldehydes, coriander, nutmeg and fern in the heart; and moss, musk, leather, amber, vetiver and cedar in the base.
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
145 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
46 votes
Season
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64 votes
Time of day
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About IL
IL by Lancetti is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1990, this composition features lavender, anise, bergamot, neroli, savoury and basil in the top notes; carnation, geranium, aldehydes, coriander, nutmeg and fern in the heart; and moss, musk, leather, amber, vetiver and cedar in the base.
Flowers Spices Green, herbal and fougère Musk, amber and animalic Woods and mosses
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
32 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
36 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
22 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
17 votes
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Horacio G 2026
I absolutely loved it; I wore it in the 90s and it made me feel happy. It had a blackberry note with a fresh, fruity vibe, at least that’s how I perceived it.
Horacio G 2026
I absolutely loved it; I wore it in the 90s and it made me feel happy. It had a blackberry note with a fresh, fruity vibe, at least that’s how I felt it.
priethcallas
A perfect blend of 80s power and 90s florality: it opens with bergamot, anise, neroli, and plenty of lavender. In the heart, geranium and carnation maintain that floral air with coriander and aldehydes. By seven hours, it smells of deep amber mixed with musk and moss; by ten, it stays the same but vetiver and moss become more apparent. By twelve, leather appears. The dry-down is long, classic, and amber-musky. It shares many notes and a style with fragrances of its time, such as Salvador de Dalí or Ralph Lauren Safari, particularly in those fresh opening and heart notes, though it distinguishes itself with an oriental touch at the end and by not emphasising the woods as much. The projection is potent to moderate but lasts over 16 hours. The initial freshness makes it good for temperate seasons, but that oriental finish makes it ideal for winter. With its sweet and elegant touch, it is striking, just like the red of its bottle. It seems to be discontinued and is quite a rarity in Latin America; it could even be difficult to find in Italy. If you catch it in some forgotten corner and you like old-school oriental fougères, I recommend it.
priethcallas
A fine synthesis of 80s potency and 90s florals. It opens with bergamot, soft anise, neroli, and an intense floral sensation with lavender. In the heart, geranium and carnation linger with coriander and aldehydes. By seven hours, a deep amber emerges with musk and moss; by ten, it remains similar but vetiver and moss become more prominent; by twelve, leather is noticeable. The dry-down is long, classic, and amber-musky. It shares a style with fragrances of the era such as Salvador de Dalí or Ralph Lauren Safari, with fresh top and heart notes, yet it stands out for its oriental finish and lack of prominent woods. The projection is potent to moderate, lasting over 16 hours. The initial freshness makes it suitable for mild seasons, but its oriental facet suits winter better. With a touch of sweetness, it is elegant and striking, much like the red of its bottle. It appears to be discontinued and is quite rare in Latin America; some even say it’s hard to find in Italy. If you spot it in some forgotten corner and you enjoy old-school oriental fougères, I highly recommend it.