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Ted Lapidus 2011 EDT

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Black Soul Imperial

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Ted Lapidus Black Soul Imperial is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2011. Black Soul Imperial opens with Citrus and Coffee, settles into a heart of Spicy and Mint, and dries down to a base of Woody, Leather, and Amber. Ted Lapidus's Black Soul Imperial carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

Divisive and unapologetically unique, Black Soul Imperial is a cheapie that splits opinions. Some find it a hidden gem, others an unpleasant mess of sweet rubber and chemicals. Either way, it's certainly not boring.
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  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Confident
Black Soul Imperial Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Coffee
80%
Leather
73%
Green
67%
Amber
66%
Woody
66%

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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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and distinctive, dark profile, this fragrance leans away from office wear. It's better suited for evenings and dates where its unique character can shine, and some users even found it good for clubbing due to its excellent performance.

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Black Soul Imperial opens with a surprising hit of fresh citrus and a distinct coffee note, not quite overwhelming but definitely present. As it develops, a warm, spicy core emerges with a touch of mint, leading into a rich, dark base of leather, amber, and woody notes. Some even pick up on a chocolatey, almost gummy accord beneath the surface, adding to its complex and sometimes odd character.

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