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Which Should You Buy?
Hugo XX is a divisive scent, loved by many for its nostalgia and soft femininity, but equally dismissed as generic or synthetic. Expect a pleasant, if unremarkable, fruity floral that might just be your signature or a headache in a bottle.
This one's a bit of a shapeshifter, opening sharp and a tad masculine before landing in a softer, powdery, fruity sweet spot. Definitely give it time to evolve on your skin, because the pay-off is worth the wait. It's affordable, versatile, and punches above its weight.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 13% |
| Floral | 26% | 25% |
| Fruity | 21% | 21% |
| Green | 6% | 5% |
| Sweet | 31% | 31% |
| Warm | 6% | 9% |
| Woody | 11% | 3% |
| Earthy | 4% | 5% |
| Animalic | 13% | 14% |
| Fresh | 11% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and 'inoffensive' nature, often described as clean and simple, make it ideal for office and casual wear. While some reviewers find it sensual enough for a date, its lack of strong projection makes it less suitable for formal events or sports.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
With its moderate yet persistent sillage and long-lasting nature, this scent is quite versatile. Its cleaner, powdery evolution makes it suitable for office wear without being overwhelming, though a date might benefit from its deeper, sensual dry-down.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, White Floral, Woody accords and Blackcurrant, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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