Dupe Pair
95%
Very Similar
Boss Soul
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2005 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Spirit For Men
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Boss Soul
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Spirit For Men
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - Boss Soul
Boss Soul is a divisive, discontinued scent that some rate as a masterpiece for its warm, spicy allure, while others dismiss it as forgettable and dated. Its biggest flaw? Performance, or lack thereof. A 'hug in a bottle' that fades far too quickly.
Statement
Our Verdict - Spirit For Men
A budget take on Hugo Boss Soul, Spirit rebuilds the spicy-citrus opening, cinnamon-and-lavender heart and warm powdery tonka-amber base. It captures the dark, masculine spicy-warm character, with the same modest staying power as the EDT original.
Favourite
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 14% |
| Floral | 5% | 6% |
| Fruity | 2% | 3% |
| Green | 7% | 7% |
| Sweet | 27% | 30% |
| Warm | 43% | 36% |
| Woody | 8% | 8% |
| Earthy | 7% | 6% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 12% | 13% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
Boss Soul
EdP
Spirit For Men
EdP
Notes
Boss Soul
Spirit For Men
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
Cardamom
28%
vs
27%
Anise
16%
vs
22%
Mandarin
15%
vs
25%
Bergamot
14%
vs
25%
Only in Boss Soul
Pepper
26%
Shared Notes
Cinnamon
32%
vs
35%
Lavender
24%
vs
30%
Nutmeg
23%
vs
33%
Only in Boss Soul
Coriander
20%
Shared Notes
Vanilla
23%
vs
19%
Amber
20%
vs
19%
Tonka Bean
20%
vs
22%
Vetiver
18%
vs
18%
Musk
16%
vs
19%
Accords
Boss Soul
Spirit For Men
Performance
Boss Soul
Spirit For Men
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
Boss Soul
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Spring
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Casual
Also Works:
Formal
Its warm, spicy character and intimate sillage make it ideal for close encounters like dates. The short-lived performance and subtle projection mean it won't overwhelm an office, but it's not impactful enough for formal events or sports.
Spirit For Men
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
The spicy-warm heart and powdery amber base feel best in cool weather, suiting autumn and winter.
Occasions
Also Works:
Office
Date
Casual
Formal
Dark and versatile, it works for evenings, the office and relaxed wear, with enough character for a date.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
95%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
99%
Accord
60%
Key Similarities
Both share Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Amber accords and Mandarin, Bergamot notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
Boss Soul
Spirit For Men
13ml
Not available
30ml
Not available
50ml
Not available
100ml
Not available
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