Boss Soul
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2005 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Durban
ScentArt
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Boss Soul
B
Durban
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - Boss Soul Eau de Parfum
Boss Soul is a divisive, discontinued scent that some rate as a masterpiece for its warm, spicy allure, while others dismiss it as forgettable and dated. Its biggest flaw? Performance, or lack thereof. A 'hug in a bottle' that fades far too quickly.
Statement
Our Verdict - Durban Eau de Parfum
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Carolina Herrera Bad Boy (2019) - white pepper, cinnamon and tonka bean translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 25% |
| Floral | 5% | 15% |
| Fruity | 2% | 15% |
| Green | 7% | 15% |
| Sweet | 27% | 70% |
| Warm | 43% | 85% |
| Woody | 8% | 45% |
| Earthy | 7% | 20% |
| Animalic | 5% | 15% |
| Fresh | 12% | 40% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
Boss Soul
EdP
Durban
EdP
Notes
Boss Soul Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Boss Soul Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
Performance
Boss Soul Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
Boss Soul Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Spring
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Casual
Also Works:
Formal
Its warm, spicy character and intimate sillage make it ideal for close encounters like dates. The short-lived performance and subtle projection mean it won't overwhelm an office, but it's not impactful enough for formal events or sports.
Durban Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Spring
Summer
Tonka-cacao-pepper natural autumn-winter fit.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Casual
Formal
Also Works:
Office
Date, casual evening, restrained office.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
88%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
84%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Amber accords and Pepper, Bergamot notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
Boss Soul Eau de Parfum
Durban Eau de Parfum
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