Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum vs Hugo Eau de Parfum

Fakhar Black

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2022	Year	1995
£	Price Tier	££

Hugo

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Fakhar Black

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Hugo

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

This YSL Y EDP dupe is a bit of a mixed bag. Some think it's a stellar, budget-friendly stand-in, especially after some 'maceration'. Others find it falls flat, lacking the original's depth and often suffering from poor longevity. Definitely a 'try before you buy' due to its divisive synthetic qualities.

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Our Verdict - Hugo Eau de Parfum

Hugo by Hugo Boss is a proper '90s time capsule, divisive for its synthetic edge, but widely adored for its fresh, green apple-inflected charm. It's a classic that many started their fragrance journey with, still sparking nostalgia and debate today.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	13%	6%
Floral	11%	20%
Fruity	11%	7%
Green	20%	27%
Sweet	13%	8%
Warm	13%	7%
Woody	21%	21%
Earthy	7%	12%
Animalic	0%	1%
Fresh	26%	29%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Fakhar Black EdP

Hugo EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Apple 42% vs 24%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 31% Ginger 26%

Only in Hugo Eau de Parfum

Lavender 22% Mint 21% Grapefruit 17% Basil 15%

Shared Notes

Sage 23% vs 27%

Geranium 20% vs 24%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Lavender 33% Juniper 23%

Only in Hugo Eau de Parfum

Carnation 25% Jasmine 23%

Shared Notes

Cedar 25% vs 32%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 27% Amberwood 25% Vetiver 22%

Only in Hugo Eau de Parfum

Fir Resin 40% Patchouli 28%

Accords

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum Hugo Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

96%

Fresh Spicy

94%

78%

Woody

67%

56%

Green

77%

71%

Fruity

55%

64%

Fresh

60%

62%

Citrus

46%

61%

Lavender

55%

Amber

55%

Herbal

50%

Aromatic shared

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

96%

94%

Woody shared

78%

67%

Green shared

56%

77%

Fruity shared

71%

55%

Fresh shared

64%

60%

Citrus shared

62%

46%

Lavender shared

61%

55%

Amber

55%

Herbal shared

55%

50%

Performance

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum Hugo Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and mass-appealing profile makes it a safe bet for casual wear and the office, with many reviewers specifically calling it 'office and gym safe.' However, inconsistent performance reports, with some finding it light after initial projection, mean it might struggle for impact in formal or evening date settings.

Hugo Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh and clean profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and the gym, with many reviewers specifically mentioning it for these occasions. While often cited as office-safe due to its inoffensive nature, its moderate sillage and energetic vibe might be a tad much for very formal settings.