Slumberhouse 2012 Extrait

U ££ Acquired

Sova

by Josh Lobb

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Slumberhouse Sova is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Josh Lobb. Slumberhouse's Sova carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Sova is a challenging, divisive beast. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that takes you on a wild, boozy, animalic ride through a rustic, autumnal dreamscape. Not for the faint of heart, but utterly compelling.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Cozy
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Sova Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

With eternal longevity and powerful sillage, Sova is too commanding for an office setting. Its rich, warm, and somewhat challenging profile makes it ideal for intimate casual wear or a date, particularly in cooler weather, where its unique character can be appreciated without overwhelming a large room.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Imagine stepping into an old barn, hay scattered underfoot, with a heady mix of dried hops and broom in the air. The initial hit is a dark, almost fermented sweetness, reminiscent of boozy raisins or rich molasses. As it settles, a warm, waxy beeswax note emerges, softened by creamy vanilla and tonka bean, while a subtle animalic growl from the castoreum lurks beneath, adding a primal, earthy depth. It’s complex, dense, and evolves beautifully on the skin.

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