Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum bottle Hugo Extreme
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2016 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum bottle Cygnus Pour Homme

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum
A turbocharged green apple burst rides on waves of clean herbs and woods, delivering the iconic Hugo freshness in a more intense, lasting EDP style. For those who want to stand out with crisp, energetic modernity.
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Our Verdict - Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
This one is a crowd-pleaser for younger chaps looking for something a bit different for a night out. Expect compliments and solid performance, though some might find it a touch unrefined compared to its pricier counterparts.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4% 8%
Floral 12% 12%
Fruity 25% 9%
Green 30% 27%
Sweet 10% 15%
Warm 5% 9%
Woody 24% 16%
Earthy 6% 16%
Animalic 0% 1%
Fresh 35% 24%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Hugo Extreme EdP
Cygnus Pour Homme EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Apple 100% vs 33%
Only in Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Pine 44% Bergamot 22%
Shared Notes
Lavender 36% vs 28%
Sage 32% vs 42%
Geranium 30% vs 28%
Only in Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum
Fir Resin 52% Cedar 48%
Only in Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Oakmoss 43% Amber 29% Tonka Bean 29%

Accords

Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
100%
70%
Woody
88%
85%
Fresh Spicy
49%
80%
Green
57%
60%
Fruity
52%
Mossy
58%
50%
Herbal
54%
Conifer
54%
Earthy
50%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
70%
88%
Fresh Spicy shared
85%
49%
Green shared
80%
57%
Fruity shared
60%
52%
58%
Herbal shared
50%
54%
54%
50%

Performance

Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

The vibrant green apple, aromatic herbs, and fresh spicy profile make this a top choice for spring and summer, while its subtle woody base keeps it versatile into the fall. It lacks the heaviness or warmth for true winter performance.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Bright, crisp, and clean, Hugo Extreme is office and casual-ready, never overwhelming yet distinct. Its energetic freshness adapts well for daytime dates or light sporting use, but lacks the gravitas for formal occasions.

Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its good longevity and sillage, combined with its distinct, somewhat playful fruity-woody character, make it more suited for casual outings, evenings, and dates than a formal or office setting. Community reviews highlight it as a 'clubbing/night out fragrance for younger guys', suggesting it's best for social, less constrained environments.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
82%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
80%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Green accords and Lavender, Apple notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum
Cygnus Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
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