What's the difference between Black Soul and A*Men?+
Black Soul is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Ted Lapidus (2009) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. A*Men is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Mugler (1996) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 3 accords: Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody.
Which is better, Black Soul or A*Men?+
By community rating, Black Soul scores 3.88/5 vs A*Men at 4.02/5. On r/fragrance, Black Soul sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while A*Men is 6.5/10 (mixed). A*Men's standout strength: Original A*Men formulation has strong silage and longevity. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Black Soul and A*Men smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Black Soul: No community opinions about 'Black Soul' by Ted Lapidus were found in the provided Reddit discussion. A*Men: The A*Men line generates divided opinions, with the original formulation and Pure Havane flanker highly regarded, while recent releases like Stellar and Ultimate disappoint long-time fans.
Which lasts longer, Black Soul or A*Men?+
A*Men: Original A*Men formulation has strong silage and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Black Soul vs A*Men?+
Black Soul scores highest for winter wear; A*Men scores highest for winter wear. Black Soul leans evening, A*Men leans evening.