Ted Lapidus Black Soul: released in 2009, warm spicy, amber and woody, about 6h on skin, projection 8/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Ted Lapidus Black Soul dupe we found is Ted Lapidus Black Soul Imperial — 91% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $20 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Ted Lapidus Black Soul dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Ted Lapidus Black Soul | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ted Lapidus Black Soul Imperial | 91% | about $20 | 7h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Perry Ellis 360° Black for Men | 83% | about $20* | 5h vs 6h | 5/10 |
| 3 | Playboy VIP for Him Black Edition | 77% | about $10 (−50%) | 5h vs 6h | 4/10 |
| 4 | Molyneux Quartz Addiction | 80% | about $20 | 7h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 5 | Lomani Body and Soul | 74% | about $30* (+50%) | 6h vs 6h | 6/10 |
This flanker shares the core DNA of Black Soul while leaning into a slightly more refined, aromatic profile that feels like a natural evolution.
It shares its warm spicy, green and amber accords with Ted Lapidus Black Soul, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 616 community ratings.
Evokes a similar warm, spicy, and amber-forward character that mirrors the cozy, dark aesthetic found in Black Soul.
It shares its warm spicy, amber and aromatic accords with Ted Lapidus Black Soul, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 296 community ratings.
Offers a comparable blend of warm spices and woody undertones that sit in the same family as the original scent profile.
It shares its warm spicy, amber and cinnamon accords with Ted Lapidus Black Soul, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 72 community ratings.
Provides a similar balsamic and woody experience that aligns with the masculine, spicy character of the reference.
It shares its amber, warm spicy and aromatic accords with Ted Lapidus Black Soul, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 68 community ratings.
A budget-friendly option that captures the spicy, aromatic essence reminiscent of the darker, warmer tones in Black Soul.
It shares its woody, warm spicy and cinnamon accords with Ted Lapidus Black Soul, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 123 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Playboy VIP for Him Black Edition, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 50% less than Ted Lapidus Black Soul.
Ted Lapidus Black Soul Imperial, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Ted Lapidus Black Soul.
Ted Lapidus Black Soul Imperial, at 91% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Ted Lapidus Black Soul itself sells from $34.29 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Ted Lapidus Black Soul Imperial actually costs about $5 a year MORE than Ted Lapidus Black Soul. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Ted Lapidus Black Soul Imperial comes closest at 7.1h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Ted Lapidus Black Soul notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-23.