Mandarin OrangeOpens with
TobaccoHeart
Cacao PodDries down to
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Boss Bastard
The quiet assertiveness of someone who knows they don't need to shout — a scent for those who command attention without trying.
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Boss BastardHow it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Boss Bastard, launched in 2020 by Aaron Terence Hughes, is a fragrance that embodies the duality of modern masculinity — sharp and rugged, refined yet untamed. The composition opens with mandarin orange and bergamot, providing a bright, zesty freshness that cuts through the richness of tobacco and cacao pod. As it evolves, cedar and sandalwood offer a woody warmth that anchors the scent, while vetiver adds a subtle earthiness. This balance creates an intriguing tension between clean citrus notes and the smoky charm of tobacco.
Boss Bastard has a long-lasting base, so one or two sprays will suffice. The tobacco and cacao notes take about an hour to fully settle in, so it’s best applied well before you leave the house. This fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room, making it perfect for intimate settings.
Fig. 01 — Boss Bastard, Aaron Terence Hughes
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Aaron Terence Hughes
The independent oilmanAaron Terence Hughes is a British perfumer and founder of his own eponymous fragrance house.
Designer Aaron Terence Hughes
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