Ted Lapidus 2011 EDT

M £ Acquired

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 Notes and Mint, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Leather, and Amber. Ted Lapidus's Black Soul Imperial carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-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
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Black Soul Imperial Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Coffee64%
Citrus36%
Heartas listed
Spicy Notes58%
Mint42%
Baseas listed
Leather36%
Amber32%
Woody Notes32%

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 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.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

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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