2024
English Major
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English Major

The smell of an old library book mingled with the scent of a freshly lit candle in a quiet study room.

4.12239 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprint
sweetpowderyiriswoodyearthy
English Major

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting50% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak1%
Weak5%
Moderate44%
Long lasting46%
Eternal4%
SillageModerate14% say strong or enormous
Intimate11%
Moderate75%
Strong13%
Enormous2%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine2%
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Unisex42%
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Feminine56%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2024, English Major by Sorce is a composition that perfectly captures the essence of scholarly nostalgia and subtle sophistication. Perfumer Caitlin Hayes has crafted a scent that oscillates between sweet and powdery notes, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of old library books and cozy study nooks. The fragrance opens with a delicate sweetness that subtly transitions into a woody base, grounded by earthy undertones, making it feel both familiar and comforting.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to pulse points. The sweet top notes are fleeting, so it's best to layer them over the woody base that blooms gradually throughout the day. This fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room, making it ideal for intimate settings or a cozy evening in.

Fig. 01 — English Major, Sorce

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03 · The nose

Caitlin Hayes

Caitlin Hayes is a self-taught perfumer who opened Sorcellerie Apothecary in May 2022, creating whimsical, fantasy-inspired perfumes; the brand shortened its name to Sorce in 2024.

7fragrances

Designer Sorce

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06 · The Room

What people
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4.12/ 5 · 239 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 46%, disliked or hated by 9%.

Love46%
Like30%
OK15%
Dislike8%
Hate1%
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