Soul
warm spicy up front, then oud, settling into amber.
About
Soul by CoSTUME NATIONAL is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Soul was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion. Top notes are Cardamom, Pink Pepper and Bergamot; middle notes are Agarwood (Oud), Leather and Geranium; base notes are Ambergris, Vanilla and Patchouli. "Soul is…
Nose: Dominique Ropion
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Soul smell like?
warm spicy up front, then oud, settling into amber. Dominant accords: warm spicy, oud, amber.
What notes are in Soul?
Top: Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Bergamot. Heart: Agarwood (Oud), Leather, Geranium. Base: Ambergris, Vanilla, Patchouli.
How long does Soul last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Soul loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Soul best for?
Winter is the top pick (44%). Fall is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Soul?
Night wear leads at 67%. Day is a secondary pick at 33%.
Is Soul for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 34% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Soul?
Composed by Dominique Ropion. Released in 2015.
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