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Boss Bottled Eau de Toilette bottle Boss Bottled EDT
EDT Concentration EDT
M Gender M
1998 Year -
££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Boss Bottled EDT
A timeless, crowd-pleasing masculine that blends crisp apple with sweet cinnamon and warm woods. Boss Bottled is effortlessly versatile, balancing freshness and spice for year-round wear and universal appeal.
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Our Verdict - Pure Essence EDT
A solid, budget-friendly dupe with a "Boss Bottled" vibe; don't expect groundbreaking performance, but it's a decent, fresh woody-spicy for the price. Reviewers are divided on its longevity, so temper your expectations.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Boss Bottled EDT
Pure Essence EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Apple 19% vs 38%
Geranium 14% vs 22%
Shared Notes
Cinnamon 39% vs 100%
Only in Boss Bottled
Mahogany 31% Carnation 29%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 21% vs 53%
Cedar 19% vs 46%

Accords

Boss Bottled Pure Essence
100%
Woody
100%
85%
Fruity
56%
70%
Warm Spicy
78%
Cinnamon
65%
Citrus
62%
Fresh
62%
50%
Aromatic
55%
Powdery
55%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Fruity shared
85%
56%
Warm Spicy shared
70%
78%
65%
62%
62%
Aromatic shared
50%
55%
55%

Performance

Boss Bottled Pure Essence
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Boss Bottled

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The spicy cinnamon and warm woods suit fall and winter, while the fresh apple and citrus top make it viable for spring. Its warmth can be a bit much for hot summer days but works in cooler evenings.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Versatile projection and mass-appeal make it safe for office and casual use. The warm, slightly sweet drydown is inviting for dates. It is generally too refined for sweaty sports and just formal enough for business, but not black tie.

Pure Essence

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, woody-spicy nature makes it versatile for casual wear and suitable for office environments, especially given its moderate performance reported by many. While some find it long-lasting, others note quick fading, making it less ideal for occasions requiring significant sillage.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, fruity, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Boss Bottled EDT
Pure Essence EDT
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