Absolu Essence
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
To My Father
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Absolute, built around smoky incense, leather, and a patchouli-myrrh core that lands closer to niche territory than the parent line. For wearers chasing the award-winning original at a fraction of the cost.
This one's divisive, but if you're after a boozy, woody leather with serious gravitas, you're in for a treat. Definitely not a blind buy - some say it's a masterpiece of nostalgic warmth, others reckon it's an old man's whisky breath. Try before you commit.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 0% |
| Floral | 10% | 1% |
| Fruity | 10% | 3% |
| Green | 10% | 0% |
| Sweet | 30% | 15% |
| Warm | 85% | 17% |
| Woody | 95% | 40% |
| Earthy | 70% | 22% |
| Animalic | 55% | 20% |
| Fresh | 5% | 0% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Smoky incense, leather, patchouli and myrrh land squarely in cold-weather territory; winter is the strongest fit with fall close behind. The richness and resinous warmth would feel heavy in summer heat.
Occasions
A smoky leather-woody composition reads best for date nights and formal evenings where presence is welcome. Casual and office wear work in cooler months when the warmth feels seasonal rather than oppressive; sport is a non-starter given the intensity.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, To My Father is a bit much for the office. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events where its warm, sophisticated character can shine, and works well for smart casual outings. Many reviews highlight its strong, long-lasting nature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Leather accords and Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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