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Hugo Man Eau de Toilette bottle Hugo Man EDT
EDT Concentration EDT
M Gender M
1995 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver Eau de Toilette bottle Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hugo Man EDT
A green, crisp classic for everyday confidence. Hugo Man stands out with its minty apple freshness, subtle woods, and breezy herbal punch. Effortlessly energetic, never overwhelming, perfect for the young or young at heart.
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Our Verdict - Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver EDT
A divisive scent that’s a love-it-or-hate-it affair, particularly for fans of the original Kouros. Many find it a pleasant, modern fruity-aromatic, while others decry it as generic and a betrayal of the iconic nameplate. It's safe, but not for everyone.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Hugo Man EDT
Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver EDT

Notes

Hugo Man
Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver

Top Notes

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Heart Notes

Shared Notes
Apple 100% vs 100%
Only in Hugo Man
Lavender 100%
Only in Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver
Sage 100%
Shared Notes
Woody 35% vs 43%
Only in Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver
Amber 56%

Accords

Hugo Man Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver
100%
Green
62%
80%
Aromatic
100%
Amber
97%
50%
Fruity
95%
Herbal
91%
75%
Woody
88%
Fresh
71%
70%
Conifer
Musky
48%
Green shared
100%
62%
Aromatic shared
80%
100%
97%
Fruity shared
50%
95%
91%
Woody shared
75%
88%
71%
70%
48%

Performance

Hugo Man Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Strong
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Hugo Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Its crisp green apple, mint, and aromatic herbs make this ideal for spring and summer, where freshness and greenery shine. The light woody-conifer drydown works in early fall but lacks the warmth and richness for winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Polished but not overpowering, Hugo Man excels for casual, office, and active settings. Its moderate projection and fresh vibe are easygoing for daily use, but lacks the depth for formal or romantic evening occasions.

Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for casual and sport settings, and its strong projection means it can work for dates without being too overwhelming. The fruitiness might be a bit too playful for formal wear, and while not beastly, its good performance means a lighter hand for the office.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean green, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Hugo Man EDT
Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver EDT
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