Boss Number One Eau de Parfum vs Equipage Eau de Parfum

Boss Number One

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1985	Year	1970
££	Price Tier	££

Equipage

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Boss Number One Eau de Parfum

Boss Number One is a true love-it-or-hate-it classic. For those who get past the initial controversial 'pissy' honey opening, it's a bold, masculine scent, a real powerhouse of the 80s that screams confidence, not compliance. Don't expect a crowd-pleaser; this is for those who dare to be different.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Equipage Eau de Parfum

A truly classic, subtly sophisticated gentleman's scent that, despite some reformulations and occasional performance gripes, remains a benchmark of refined masculinity. It's a love-it-or-hate-it for some, but generally lauded as an old-school masterpiece - just don't expect it to smell like bubblegum.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	7%
Floral	17%	15%
Fruity	4%	1%
Green	18%	14%
Sweet	17%	22%
Warm	15%	16%
Woody	14%	17%
Earthy	13%	14%
Animalic	5%	4%
Fresh	20%	16%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Boss Number One EdP

Equipage EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 12% vs 13%

Only in Boss Number One Eau de Parfum

Artemisia 14% Juniper 13% Lemon 12% Caraway 12% Basil 12% Apple 12% Grapefruit 12%

Only in Equipage Eau de Parfum

Clary Sage 14% Rosewood 14% Nutmeg 14% Aldehydes 13% Orange 12% Tarragon 9% Marjoram 8%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 11% vs 12%

Lily Of The Valley 10% vs 12%

Only in Boss Number One Eau de Parfum

Honey 20% Lavender 14% Rose 12% Sage 11% Geranium 11% Orris 10%

Only in Equipage Eau de Parfum

Carnation 20% Pine 18% Cinnamon 17% Hyssop 10% Tonka Bean 10%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 14% vs 20%

Patchouli 13% vs 13%

Musk 11% vs 13%

Amber 11% vs 10%

Only in Boss Number One Eau de Parfum

Tobacco 15% Sandalwood 12% Cinnamon 11% Cedar 10%

Only in Equipage Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 17% Tonka Bean 13% Vanilla 12%

Accords

Boss Number One Eau de Parfum Equipage Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

94%

Woody

99%

88%

Fresh Spicy

65%

78%

Honey

74%

Sweet

50%

63%

Warm Spicy

73%

66%

Herbal

64%

Earthy

65%

64%

Tobacco

Citrus

64%

Floral

63%

61%

Mossy

58%

Balsamic

50%

Aromatic shared

100%

Woody shared

94%

99%

Fresh Spicy shared

88%

65%

Honey

78%

Sweet shared

74%

50%

Warm Spicy shared

63%

73%

Herbal

66%

Earthy shared

64%

65%

Tobacco

64%

Citrus

64%

Floral

63%

Mossy shared

61%

58%

Balsamic

50%

Performance

Boss Number One Eau de Parfum Equipage Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Boss Number One Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Given its strong sillage and 'boss status' vibe, this isn't a subtle office frag. It perfectly suits formal evening events or dates, projecting an air of mature confidence. Many reviews highlight its classic, mature appeal, making it less suitable for casual or sport wear unless you consciously want to stand out.

Equipage Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Formal

Also Works:

Date

Its refined, polite sillage and elegant, classic accords make it superb for office and formal wear. While some enjoy it casually, its serious character isn't ideal for sport. Date suitability is fair, appealing to a mature sensibility.