Boss In Motion Black Eau de Toilette vs Myself by Yves Saint Laurent Eau de Toilette

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Boss In Motion Black Eau de Toilette bottle Boss In Motion Black EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
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2006 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££££
Myself by Yves Saint Laurent Eau de Toilette bottle Myself by Yves Saint Laurent EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Boss In Motion Black EDT
A largely inoffensive, subtly citrusy scent, Hugo Boss In Motion Black promises a fresh spark but delivers an underwhelming, fleeting whisper. It's a mild crowd-pleaser that struggles to make an impression and is best as a personal scent.
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Our Verdict - Myself by Yves Saint Laurent EDP
A poised blend of citrus and spice for the modern individual, perfectly tailored for moments of elegance and introspection.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Boss In Motion Black EDT
Myself by Yves Saint Laurent EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 33% vs 52%
Only in Boss In Motion Black
Kumquat 33% Grapefruit 33%
Only in Myself by Yves Saint Laurent
Lemon 47%
Only in Boss In Motion Black
Ginger 100%
Only in Myself by Yves Saint Laurent
Grains Of Paradise 54% Pepper 46%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 50% vs 30%
Only in Boss In Motion Black
Myrrh 50%
Only in Myself by Yves Saint Laurent
Amber 27% Cedar 23% Patchouli 19%

Accords

Boss In Motion Black Myself by Yves Saint Laurent
100%
Citrus
90%
45%
Warm Spicy
80%
51%
Woody
70%
48%
Amber
60%
55%
Aromatic
Citrus shared
100%
90%
Warm Spicy shared
45%
80%
Woody shared
51%
70%
Amber shared
48%
60%
55%

Performance

Boss In Motion Black Myself by Yves Saint Laurent
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Boss In Motion Black

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its low projection and weak longevity make it suitable for close-contact situations like the office or casual wear, where it won't overpower. Its fresh and subtle nature also lends itself well to sport, but it lacks the presence for dates or formal events.

Myself by Yves Saint Laurent

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

The spicy and woody elements make it suitable for cooler seasons like spring and winter, while the citrus notes add a freshness that can work well in moderate weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate intensity and balanced projection make it an excellent choice for dates and formal occasions, adding an aura of sophistication without being overpowering, but too refined for casual sports settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, amber

Key Differences

Adds amber and cedar, drops ginger and grapefruit

Where to buy

Boss In Motion Black EDT
Myself by Yves Saint Laurent EDP
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