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Eau de parfum
IM : SOLE The Code
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Fragrance character
IM : SOLE The Code is a unisex eau de parfum created for those who appreciate clean lines, freshness and a distinctive trail.
The fragrance was released by the Chinese brand IM : SOLE and is part of the Season 1 collection. No release date is provided in the available data.
The Code is built around a contrast of sparkling citrus notes, airy florals and a deep woody-musky base.
As a result, the fragrance feels both modern and elegant: it does not pursue a strictly masculine or feminine aesthetic, but offers a versatile character that easily adapts to the wearer's style.
Structure and development
At the opening, the fragrance greets you with a vivid combination of bergamot, lemon and pink pepper, accented by red berries.
The citrus accord quickly fills the composition with energy, while the spicy note adds a touch of piquancy and a noticeable spark.
At the heart, a soft floral ensemble emerges: iris, lily of the valley and peony.
Iris lends the composition a smooth, powdery feel, lily of the valley creates a sense of transparent freshness, and peony softens the transition to the richer base.
In the drydown, cedar, grey amber and musk unfold, forming a warm, clean and long-lasting woody-musky accord.
Style and wearability
In character, The Code is a citrus-floral fragrance with spicy, woody, white-floral, musky and animalic nuances. Its mood is composed, radiant and confident.
It is a good choice for the office, walks, meetings and situations when you want to leave a distinctive yet not overwhelming impression.
The perfume has a very strong sillage, so the composition is especially impressive outdoors and in spacious rooms.
Start with a small number of sprays and assess how it develops on your skin: the available information does not specify an exact dosage for skin or clothing, so it is best to adjust the intensity gradually.
In cool weather, the woody-ambery base becomes more prominent, while in the warm season the citrus and floral facets shine more brightly.
Perfumer and place in the collection
The Code was created by Olivier Cresp and Florian Gallo. Their authorship can be felt in the balance between recognizable freshness, refined florality and a modern amber-musky base.
For IM : SOLE, this release highlights the Chinese brand's ambition to address an international audience through the language of contemporary, easy-to-wear perfumery.
Similar fragrances
If you enjoy citrus-floral compositions with pronounced green freshness and a woody continuation, take a look at Faberlic Chateaux de la Loire.
For further comparison, you may also consider Faberlic Pour Toujours and Balmain Vent Vert.
At the same time, The Code stands out for its particularly strong sillage and combination of radiant citrus notes with a soft iris-musky character.
No other concentrations of this fragrance are listed in the available data.
If you are looking for a versatile perfume with good longevity, a distinctive presence and a smooth transition from a fresh opening to a warm base, IM : SOLE The Code is an interesting way to discover contemporary Chinese perfumery.
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