Black CurrantOpens with
Balsam FirHeart
Atlas CedarDries down to
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Maison Martin Margiela · Sold as unisex
Soul Of The Forest
The moment when you step into a dense forest, the air filled with the scent of moss and resinous trees, where each breath is both invigorating and calming.
Smells likea Christmas tree
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Soul Of The ForestPremium · $100–250
40%Similar accords, often for lessK by Dolce Gabbana Elixir · Dolce&GabbanaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 by Maison Martin Margiela and crafted by Quentin Bisch, Soul Of The Forest is a chypre fragrance that captures the essence of an ancient woodland. It opens with the bright freshness of black currant, which gives way to the earthy warmth of moss and pimento. At its core, balsam fir and labdanum evoke the rich scent of resinous trees, while maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness. The base notes of atlas cedar, incense, and patchouli deepen the composition with their woody and spicy undertones, creating an atmosphere that is both grounding and mysterious.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points for an even distribution. The fresh spicy notes will fade within the first hour, so reapply if you want a longer-lasting top note experience. The woody base notes will continue to develop throughout the day, making this fragrance ideal for a day spent in nature or a quiet evening at home.
Fig. 01 — Soul Of The Forest, Maison Martin Margiela
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Quentin Bisch
The young virtuosoQuentin Bisch is a rising star at Givaudan whose precocious talent has already produced several critically acclaimed fragrances.
Designer Maison Martin Margiela
More from the house · founded 1988 · France
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 10%.