Boss Number One Eau de Parfum vs Manhattan Eau de Parfum

Boss Number One

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1985	Year	2022
££	Price Tier	£££££

Manhattan

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Boss Number One

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Manhattan

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Boss Number One

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 - Manhattan

Roja Manhattan is a divisive blend, loved for its sophisticated tobacco-vanilla warmth but criticised for its weak performance and high price tag. For some, it's a masterpiece; for others, it's just an overpriced candle.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	9%
Floral	17%	22%
Fruity	4%	6%
Green	18%	15%
Sweet	17%	20%
Warm	15%	14%
Woody	14%	8%
Earthy	13%	7%
Animalic	5%	3%
Fresh	20%	19%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Boss Number One EdP

Manhattan EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 12% vs 29%

Basil 12% vs 32%

Only in Boss Number One

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

Only in Manhattan

Lavender 38%

Shared Notes

Rose 12% vs 18%

Jasmine 11% vs 16%

Only in Boss Number One

Honey 20% Lavender 14% Sage 11% Geranium 11% Orris 10% Lily Of The Valley 10%

Only in Manhattan

Coconut 26% Heliotrope 21% Violet 18%

Shared Notes

Tobacco 15% vs 11%

Oakmoss 14% vs 6%

Patchouli 13% vs 6%

Musk 11% vs 6%

Cinnamon 10% vs 8%

Cedar 10% vs 6%

Only in Boss Number One

Sandalwood 12% Amber 11%

Only in Manhattan

Vanilla 11% Clove 9% Pine 8% Benzoin 7% Vetiver 7% Ginger 7% Pink Pepper 6%

Accords

Boss Number One Manhattan

100%

Aromatic

75%

Vanilla

100%

94%

Woody

82%

63%

Warm Spicy

90%

88%

Fresh Spicy

62%

74%

Sweet

81%

78%

Honey

64%

Tobacco

78%

Powdery

71%

66%

Herbal

64%

Earthy

61%

Mossy

Coconut

58%

Cinnamon

57%

Aromatic shared

100%

75%

Vanilla

100%

Woody shared

94%

82%

Warm Spicy shared

63%

90%

Fresh Spicy shared

88%

62%

Sweet shared

74%

81%

Honey

78%

Tobacco shared

64%

78%

Powdery

71%

Herbal

66%

Earthy

64%

Mossy

61%

Coconut

58%

Cinnamon

57%

Performance

Boss Number One Manhattan

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Boss Number One

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.

Manhattan

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Despite its dominant warm and spicy accords, many find Manhattan to be a surprisingly soft and subtle scent, making it suitable for office wear if applied lightly. Its luxurious and elegant profile, with emphasis on tobacco-vanilla, makes it ideal for evening and cooler weather occasions, particularly dates and formal events. However, its 'cozy' and sometimes 'candle-like' nature might not suit all formal settings, and its minimal sillage pushes it away from typical 'date night bombs'.