Soul Of The Forest
woody up front, then amber, settling into aromatic.
About
Soul Of The Forest by Maison Martin Margiela is a Chypre fragrance for women and men. Soul Of The Forest was launched in 2016. Top notes are Black Currant, Moss and Pimento; middle notes are Balsam Fir, Labdanum and Maple syrup; base notes are Atlas Cedar, Incense and Patchouli.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Soul Of The Forest smell like?
woody up front, then amber, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: woody, amber, aromatic.
What notes are in Soul Of The Forest?
Top: Black Currant, Moss, Pimento. Heart: Balsam Fir, Labdanum, Maple syrup. Base: Atlas Cedar, Incense, Patchouli.
How long does Soul Of The Forest last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Soul Of The Forest loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Soul Of The Forest best for?
Fall is the top pick (36%). Spring is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Soul Of The Forest?
Day wear leads at 59%. Night is a secondary pick at 41%.
Is Soul Of The Forest for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 57% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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