Lalique Empreinte Animale Crystal honors the crocodile within the house’s annual collector’s edition series, running since 1994. This particular 2023 piece marks a genuine turning point: for the first time, the crystal itself captures the texture of the animal’s skin with striking realism. The bottle stands as a sculptural tribute rather than a simple flacon.
A Tribute Etched in Crystal
The 200ml bottle reproduces crocodile skin directly onto satin crystal. An emerald-green stopper crowns the design, echoing the animal’s own eye. Together, these details translate the creature’s strength and elegance into crystal form.
Notes: Rose, Jasmine, and Iris
The opening blends jasmine, rose, iris, and clove into a bright floral accord. Then, blackcurrant leaf, pear, and blackberry build a fresh, fruity heart. Finally, sandalwood, vanilla, and white musk settle into a warm base reminiscent of morning mist.
Sophia Grojsman’s Original Composition
This floral oriental scent traces back to Lalique de Lalique, created in 1992 by perfumer Sophia Grojsman. Each year’s crystal edition pays tribute to that same original formula, presented in a new sculptural bottle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Empreinte Animale last on the skin?
As a pure parfum, it carries a very high concentration. Therefore, it offers exceptional longevity, with a floral, woody trail that lasts for hours.
What season is it best suited for?
Its warm sandalwood and vanilla base suits autumn and winter especially well. However, its floral opening also works year-round.
Is it a unisex fragrance?
No. Lalique designed this edition as a feminine fragrance, with a bright floral opening and a sensual, enveloping base.
Who created it, and which collection does it belong to?
Perfumer Sophia Grojsman created the original composition in 1992. This edition belongs to Lalique’s 2023 Crystal Collection, dedicated to the crocodile.



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