Zaharoff 2021 EDP

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Brass & Soul

by Vincent Kuczinski

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Zaharoff Brass & Soul is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Vincent Kuczinski. Brass & Soul opens with Water Accord, Mandarin, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Gin, Cypress, Jasmine, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Suede, Amber, Cedar, and Patchouli. Zaharoff's Brass & Soul carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a wild ride. Brass & Soul splits the room down the middle: some hail it as a unique, gentlemanly masterpiece, while others can't get past a perceived synthetic opening or a 'Pine Sol' vibe. Definitely a 'try before you buy' situation.
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Brass & Soul Eau de Parfum 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature make it versatile for many settings. While fresh and clean enough for casual wear and some office environments, its unique character and boozy undertones elevate it for date nights and evening gatherings. It's probably too refined for sport, and the divisiveness means it might not be a safe formal bet.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Moss

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Brass & Soul opens with a brisk, aquatic mandarin and a crisp juniper, quickly introducing a distinct gin accord that leans fresh and aromatic. The heart unfurls with a blend of cypress and a hint of white florals like jasmine and lily of the valley, while a subtle metallic brassiness weaves through. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of smooth suede, warm amber, and earthy patchouli, grounded by cedar and a touch of vanilla sweetness, retaining an intriguing freshness throughout.

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