OrangeOpens with
Pink PepperHeart
MuskDries down to
Domitille Michalon-BertierThe nose · 13 fragrances · also made Invictus Victory Elixir (2023)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Hugo Boss · Sold as masculine
Boss in Motion
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives — where crisp morning energy meets a warm, welcoming base that sustains throughout the day.
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Boss in MotionMid-range · $40–100
49%Similar accords, often for lessShiyaaka Snow · Khadlaj PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2002 by Hugo Boss, Boss in Motion is a fragrance designed to capture the essence of modern elegance and movement. Created by perfumer Domitille Michalon Bertier, this Oriental Fougere scent opens with vibrant citrus notes from orange and bergamot, which are immediately grounded by fresh spices like basil and pink pepper. The heart introduces warmth through cinnamon and nutmeg, while the base offers a rich blend of musky and woody accords, including sandalwood and vetiver. This composition is neither too light nor too heavy, making it suitable for various occasions.
Boss in Motion has a bright top note presence that fades within an hour, so apply it liberally to ensure the musky and woody base notes have time to develop. It's best worn close to the skin for a more intimate experience rather than projecting across a room.
Fig. 01 — Boss in Motion, Hugo Boss
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Domitille Michalon-Bertier
Perfume as a library of smellsDomitille Michalon Bertier is a Vice President Perfumer at IFF who trained at ISIPCA between 1992 and 1994, part of the school's YSL promotion, and joined IFF as a trainee in 1994 before being promoted to Senior Perfumer in 2007.
The Boss in Motion line
8 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Hugo Boss
More from the house · founded 1924 · Germany
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 29%, disliked or hated by 9%.