London Eau de Parfum vs Hugo Urban Journey Eau de Toilette

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London Eau de Parfum bottle London EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender M
2017 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Hugo Urban Journey Eau de Toilette bottle Hugo Urban Journey EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - London EDP
London is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, pairing fresh, dewy rose and cucumber with a striking leather base. Some find it innovative and evocative of a rainy London day, others simply can't get past the 'barnyard' leather or 'band-aid' notes. Definitely one to try before you buy.
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Our Verdict - Hugo Urban Journey EDT
Divisive. Some reckon it's a solid, unique daily driver with a distinctive tea note, while others dismiss it as forgettable and generic, with performance that's a bit of a joke. Try before you buy, obviously, but don't expect miracles.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
London EDP
Hugo Urban Journey EDT

Notes

Only in Hugo Urban Journey
Green 51% Floral 49%
Only in London
Rose 66% Orris 34%
Only in Hugo Urban Journey
Tea 100%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 20% vs 43%
Only in Hugo Urban Journey
Guaiac Wood 57%

Accords

London Hugo Urban Journey
100%
Ozonic
57%
Green
100%
88%
Aquatic
51%
Woody
72%
71%
Rose
Floral
69%
64%
Leather
47%
Animalic
Fresh
45%
Powdery
41%
100%
Green shared
57%
100%
88%
Woody shared
51%
72%
71%
69%
64%
47%
45%
41%

Performance

London Hugo Urban Journey
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

London

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate projection and fresh yet interesting profile make it suitable for casual daytime wear, but the distinct leather might be too polarising for formal settings. Reviewers often mention wearing it during the day or on rainy spring days, fitting for offices where strong sillage isn't an issue.

Hugo Urban Journey

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Most reviews point to weak performance and gentle projection, making it suitable for close-quarters wear. Its fresh, clean profile with green and tea notes makes it an ideal choice for the office or casual day wear where discretion is key.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
81%
Key Similarities

Both lean green, woody

Key Differences

Adds floral and green, drops cedar and cucumber

Where to buy

London EDP
Hugo Urban Journey EDT
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