Eau de Parfum2021
Hugo Man
Bob AlianoThe nose · 5 fragrances · also made Hugo by Karim Rashid (2009)Portrait →

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Hugo Boss  ·  Sold as masculine

Hugo Man

The clarity of a brisk walk through a pine forest — where the crispness of green apple meets the earthy richness of pine and balsam fir, creating an atmosphere that feels both invigorating and grounded.

3.902,215 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
woodyaromaticconiferfresh spicyfreshlavender
Hugo ManMid-range · $40–100
47%Similar accords, often for lessBombshell Forever · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares lavender and woody notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate16% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak4%
Weak16%
Moderate64%
Long lasting14%
Eternal2%
SillageModerate14% say strong or enormous
Intimate19%
Moderate67%
Strong13%
Enormous1%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

When to Wear

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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine96%
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Unisex2%
♀
Feminine1%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Bob Aliano crafted Hugo Man for Hugo Boss in 2021, positioning it as a contemporary Woody Aromatic fragrance that embodies modern elegance and confidence. The scent opens with the freshness of Green Apple, providing a crisp and invigorating start. Lavender adds a soothing middle note, balancing the composition with its calming essence. As it settles, Pine and Balsam Fir create an earthy backdrop, while woody notes ground the entire fragrance in warmth and depth.

How to wear it

One spray is sufficient for Hugo Man to leave a lasting impression. The fresh top notes are prominent initially but give way to the woody base after about an hour, making it suitable for daytime wear where its grounding warmth complements professional settings.

Fig. 01 — Hugo Man, Hugo Boss

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Bob Aliano portrait
03 · The nose

Bob Aliano

From Revlon packaging to Hugo Boss

Bob Aliano began his career in the 1970s as Director of Packaging and Product Marketing Development at Revlon, contributing his creative vision to more than three thousand products.

5fragrances

The Hugo Man line

2 fragrances, compared side by side

Designer Hugo Boss

More from the house · founded 1924 · Germany

Similar accords, often for less

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.90/ 5 · 2,215 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 27%, disliked or hated by 8%.

Love27%
Like46%
OK19%
Dislike6%
Hate2%
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