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Eau de toilette

Hugo Boss Hugo

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Fragrance information:

Identity and Release History

The fragrance Hugo Boss Hugo, also known as Hugo Eau de Toilette, was introduced to the world in 1995 and quickly became iconic in the brand's lineup.

This perfume is part of the Hugo collection, reflecting the dynamic and modern spirit that characterizes Hugo Boss – a German fashion house founded in 1923, symbolizing elegance and success.

Since its release, Hugo Boss Hugo has won the hearts of fans thanks to its fresh and energetic character, perfectly embodying the style of the 90s and remaining relevant to this day.

Positioning and Wearability

This fragrance is positioned as masculine and is available in the concentration of eau de toilette, making it light and versatile for everyday use.

The sillage of Hugo Boss Hugo is rated as medium, providing noticeable but unobtrusive presence suitable for the office, dates, or informal meetings.

For optimal application, pointwise application on the skin is recommended, such as on the wrists and neck, to allow the fragrance to unfold naturally.

On clothing, you can use the walk into the cloud method by spraying the perfume in the air and walking through it, creating a light and lasting effect.

Hugo Boss Hugo belongs to the fougère and green families, giving it a classic base with refreshing notes ideal for the spring-summer season.

Creator and Influence

The creator of this fragrance is the talented perfumer Bob Aliano, who managed to harmoniously blend traditional elements with modern accents.

His work on Hugo Boss Hugo strengthened the brand's reputation as a creator of quality and stylish perfumes, appealing to a youth audience and connoisseurs of classics.

The influence of this release on Hugo Boss is significant: it helped establish the brand in the men's perfume market and inspired the creation of subsequent fragrances in the Hugo collection, preserving the DNA of dynamism and elegance.

Similar Fragrances

If you liked Hugo Boss Hugo, you might be interested in other perfumes with a similar character.

Among them, you can highlight Hugo Boss Hugo Woman Extreme for those seeking a more intense version, Versace Blue Jeans with its casual vibe, and Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Infinite as an alternative in the brand's lineup.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and boys
Middle fragrance longevity

The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression

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Sillage
Middle

It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you

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Style
Everyday

The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences

Everyday
Concentration
Eau de toilette

A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne

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Fragrance seasonality
Spring - Summer

Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid of Hugo Boss Hugo begins with a refreshing burst of top notes, including apple, basil, grapefruit, lavender and mint, creating an energetic and invigorating first impression.

At the heart of the fragrance, floral and aromatic chords unfold with clove, geranium, jasmine and sage, adding depth and warmth to the composition.

The base consists of woody notes: cedar, patchouli and spruce, ensuring longevity and providing an earthy, cozy finish.

This layered structure allows the fragrance to develop smoothly on the skin, transitioning from citrus freshness to floral tenderness and ending with woody solidity.

The notes are grouped into categories such as aromatic, citrus, floral, green and woody, highlighting its complex and balanced character.

Perfumers

Gender Male
Brand Hugo Boss
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country Germany
Website http://www.hugoboss.com
Year of production 1995
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Coty Inc.

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Apple
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Note photo Basil
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Note photo Grapefruit
Grapefruit
Note photo Clove
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Note photo Geranium
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Note photo Jasmine
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Note photo Cedar
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Note photo Patchouli
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Top notes

Apple Basil Grapefruit Lavender Mint

Heart notes

Clove Geranium Jasmine Sage

Base notes

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Families

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Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
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Persistence
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Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Complex and profound
3
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
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Unisex
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Female
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What kind of event
Date
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Wedding
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Sport
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Sleep
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For party
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For every day
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Sex
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For Holiday
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Theatre
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Office
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For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
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Spring
Spring
33%
Summer
Summer
30%
Autumn
Autumn
19%
For what style / mood
Casual
50%
Gala
0%
Classic
50%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
13%
18-25 years old
22%
26-35 years old
35%
36-45 years
22%
46+ years old
4%
Any
4%
On the skin
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Enter the cloud
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25%
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3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
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Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the wrist
20%
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On the back of the neck
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Behind the ears
20%
On the elbow
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On the abdomen
20%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
20%
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On clothing
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Enter the cloud
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1-2 atomisations
25%
2-3 atomisations
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3-4 atomisations
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4-5 sprays
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Associations
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Exoticism
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Luxury
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Euphoria
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Passion
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Joy
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Calm
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Excitement
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Sadness
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Intensity
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How great that I finally decided to buy this fragrance after 25 years! It really stands out from all those sweet and sour scents that are so popular now. No oily or floral spice like many classic fragrances from the 60s-80s. This perfume is simply chic! Masculine, green, and with amazing longevity, its sillage is powerful, just mesmerizing. I used to be against Hugo Boss, thought it was something cheap, but now I have two bottles from this brand, and I'm absolutely thrilled! If you're looking for a great men's perfume, definitely try it. It's 100% masculine, not even a hint of unisex. Simply super! ))
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the fragrance reminds of times when real men's perfumes had their own character. this is truly a classic worth trying. I gave it to my brother, and he was delighted
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When it first came out, only one thought ran through my head - "wow, how great this is". The smell of a real man, confident, rich and bright, yet fresh. However, with each new fragrance from Hugo Boss, it becomes more dreary and lifeless
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A true classic that never goes out of style. A fragrance that takes you back to a time when men's perfumes weren't overloaded with sweetness. This is an excellent choice for real men. Longevity is top-notch, and the fresh sillage is simply delightful 💪
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This fougère is, of course, a recognizable scent. Green moss, clove, sage, and, of course, fir trees. In the nineties, many men on the subway smelled like this. For me, this fragrance is still quite wearable, even if it seems a bit outdated. But there are people who simply can't stand it, they grimace and walk away. That's worth considering. It certainly wouldn't suit a business meeting or a date, but for work or trips to the dacha - it's perfect! 😊 Let the bottle stand, maybe someday it will be called a masterpiece 😊
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a wonderful choice for the spring-summer period, as well as for early autumn
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Hugo Boss perfume makes me think of a bright green color, although, to be honest, I'm not a fan of green. When I tested it on a blotter, it just seemed like a green scent, and nothing more… But despite that, I really like it! It's truly a unique smell that adds a light spicy tartness at all stages of its development. And it's not sharp, but rather very soft and pleasant. Upon application, you immediately feel the freshness of green apple, and a little later, a coniferous-floral accord appears. The scent is long-lasting and has good sillage, but it's not too intrusive 🌿
3/5
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I tried the Red fragrance from Hugo Boss, and it brought back memories of old perfumes… this feeling is especially vivid against the backdrop of modern scents. Perfumery used to be made at a truly high level. The scent is classic and brutal, but, honestly, I don't see the point in buying it… its time seems to have passed(((( although the quality is really top-notch… 😔
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The fragrance is truly long-lasting, at first even evoking pleasant, familiar sensations for many. But I definitely won't buy it a second time. It gets boring too quickly, as if it loses its unique charm
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