Aaron Terence Hughes 2020 Extrait

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Boss Bastard

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Aaron Terence Hughes Boss Bastard is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020. Boss Bastard opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Amber, Cedar, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod, Musk, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Aaron Terence Hughes's Boss Bastard carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Divisive and bold, Boss Bastard is either a unique, magnetic amber tobacco masterpiece or an overwhelming, old-fashioned disaster. It certainly lives up to its name, demanding attention one way or another.
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Boss Bastard Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and strong sillage mean it's too much for an office, but perfect for making a statement on a date or at an evening event. The bold tobacco and amber notes lean towards formal and night-time wear.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a potent, almost challenging blast of zesty bergamot, lemon, and mandarin, which quickly gives way to a complex heart. Here, a rich, woody tobacco note intertwines with warm amber and dry cedar. As it settles, a sweet, earthy cacao pod emerges, grounded by creamy sandalwood, musky undertones, and a hint of vetiver, creating a deep, lingering finish.

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