Shards of Cedar & Red Thyme EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDT |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2014 | Year | 2009 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Hugo by Karim Rashid EDT
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Which Should You Buy?
A polished, traditional aromatic-woody cologne in the classic barbershop lineage - bergamot-and-mint freshness over a herbal thyme-lavender heart and an earthy vetiver-patchouli-mossy base. Clean and soapy in character, frequently likened to Bleu de Chanel, Aramis and Irish Spring soap, with strong longevity and a head-turning trail.
An early 2000s time capsule, Hugo by Karim Rashid is a quirky aromatic green that's a love-it-or-hate-it affair. It's bold, memorable, and definitely not for everyone, but it makes a statement.
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Seasons
The herbal-woody, earthy-mossy profile and its launch positioning point firmly at autumn and winter - reviewers describe it as a cool-weather cologne that uplifts against sharp seasonal air. The aromatic lift keeps it just about workable in spring but it is too grounded for summer heat.
Occasions
A clean, sophisticated barbershop cologne reads as office-to-dinner: strong in professional daytime settings and smart enough for formal evening wear. Works casually, but the polished register is wasted on sport.
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Its energetic and unique aromatic profile, combined with a potential for a strong presence as an EDT, limits its suitability for formal or office settings. However, its fresh and woody elements make it highly adaptable for casual outings or sporting activities.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, fresh spicy, woody
Subtle differences in overall composition
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