A smoky leather dressed with pepper sparkle and a rum soaked floral twist, Dark Lord Ex Tenebris Lux begins with a confident burst of bergamot and pepper over Sichuan warmth and a touch of clove, then unfurls a shadowed heart of jasmine sambac and davana laced with rum before settling into inky leather, earthy vetiver, cypriol, and polished woods for a midnight elegant trail.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2018. Perfumer Alberto Morillas.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Pepper, Bergamot, Sichuan pepper, Clove
Heart: Jasmine sambac, Rum, Davana, Birch
Base: Leather, Cypriol nagarmotha, Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Amber
Story and Positioning
Created for The Smokes family, Dark Lord interprets the idea of light emerging from darkness with rum-drenched jasmine over leather and strong vetiver, capturing an after-hours elegance that feels mysterious yet impeccably dressed. If you enjoy suave leather and boozy woods such as Tom Ford Ombre Leather, Amouage Memoir Man, or Maison Margiela Replica Jazz Club, expect a similarly magnetic mood with an extra shot of pepper and vetiver bite.
Bottle and Design
The flacon wears deep black lacquer with crisp side engravings that echo the Achilles shield motif, fronted by a polished metal plaque for a jewelry-like accent. The squared shoulders, weighty base, and reusable build give a confident presence on the dresser while aligning with the brand’s craftsmanship codes.
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer: ELCO S.A.S By Kilian, part of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Address: 40 48 rue Cambon, 75001 Paris, France
Country of Manufacture: France
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