Dark Lilac vs Desert Rose: The Closest Match to Lamy’s Iconic Ink?

In this video I compare Lamy Dark Lilac—one of the most coveted inks in the hobby—to Diamine Desert Rose, a surprisingly close modern option. I test both inks across multiple papers and with several different pens to see how they behave, shade, and flow side-by-side. If you’ve ever wondered just how close Desert Rose gets to the legendary Dark Lilac, this comparison should give you a clear answer. Perfect for collectors, everyday writers, and anyone hunting for a great Dark Lilac alternative! Inks Used: Lamy Dark Lilac Ink: https://amzn.to/48hnBEB Matching Pen: https://amzn.to/49Gvxlc Diamine Desert Rose: https://pen-venture.com/products/diamine-desert-rose-exclusive-pen-venture-bottled-ink-80-ml Pens Used: Majohn V60 - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3YuaQzF Gravitas Kyuseido - https://pen-venture.com/products/gravitas-special-ed-from-kyuseido-kakari-matt-blue Jinhao 20 - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3PpczvX Paper Used: Clairefontaine Notemakers - https://amzn.to/4iw5Aaf Clairefontaine Creamy Paper - https://amzn.to/4afpmEN Muji Paper - https://www.muji.us/products/double-ring-lined-notebook-a5-8a62018 LEUCHTTURM1917 - https://amzn.to/43PYOWN Tomoe River 52gsm - https://amzn.to/4oe6yJD Regalia Paper - https://amzn.to/4ihzzT6 Chromatography Strips - https://amzn.to/3LTf2sb Want to support my channel without it coming out of your pocket? Use some of the links below next time you're buying any thing on Amazon or other online retailers listed below. Thanks for all the support! Some of my favorite pens: Jinhao 20: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4sWswOx Asive P20: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEYnPjR Jinhao 9019: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFT2Ssx Jinhao X159: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkhmYE3 Majohn V60: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFaUZ9a Jinhao 82: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdShNVr Wingsung 630 (steel): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFHTAaj Wingsung 630 (14K gold): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBGHiZp Majohn A1: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEoy3gj Hongdian C1: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DeFA2av Favorite Pen Case: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dlosihv Smartwatch you see on my wrist by Kospset Tank M4: https://amzn.to/48foajo https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3UwRF7D Visit my Amazon Store (in progress) My Amazon Store - Work in Progress https://www.amazon.ca/shop/doodlebud Here's a list of the items I use to inspect, tune, and grind my nibs: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/doodlebud/list/2HWMI9PRH8VVQ?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfdoodlebud A great fountain pen: https://amzn.to/3BCEHgs Care for some ink? https://amzn.to/3uzL9kv If you're into 3D printing check out the Qidi Plus 4: https://qidi3d.com/en-ca/products/plus4-3d-printer?sca_ref=7571877.mAvpUeFcrp Review: https://youtu.be/AgPPar5ndwQ *********************** DISCOUNT CODES ***************************************** ___________________________________________________________________________________ Check out the weekly sales at Goldspot Pens https://goldspot.com/collections/weekly-dip?aff=5 ___________________________________________________________________________________ Canadian Online Retailer: www.blesket.com Use code DOODLEBUD22 to save 10% ___________________________________________________________________________________ Save 10% when buying from Esterbrook pens by using the code DOODLEBUD10 www.esterbrookpens.com ___________________________________________________________________________________ Save 10% when buying from Pen Chalet by using the code DOODLEBUD10 www.penchalet.com ___________________________________________________________________________________ Save 20% when buying from Ensso but using the code doodlebud https://www.ensso.com/ ___________________________________________________________________________________ SAVE 10% by using the DISCOUNT CODE: Doodlebud10 at checkout https://kenroinkd.com ___________________________________________________________________________________ XTOOL LASER DISCOUNTS SAVE $80 on your xTool Purchase when you use the code XTOOLDO xTool F1 Ultra - https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-f1-ultra-20w-fiber-diode-dual-laser-engraver?ref=cywR4Go9qyob3a&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencer xTool S1: https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-s1-laser-cutter-test-noindex?ref=cywR4Go9qyob3a&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencer xTool D1 Pro 20W: https://www.xtool.com/products/portable-diode-laserbox-d1-for-laser-engraving-laser-cutting?ref=cywR4Go9qyob3a&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencer xTool F1: https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-f1?ref=cywR4Go9qyob3a&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencer 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Dark Lilac Writing Samples 3:45 - Lilac Thoughts 4:46 - Desert Rose Writing Samples 7:13 - Comparison 10:03 - Chromatography 11:15 - Desert Rose Skin Test #doodlebud #review #fountainpens