Aaron Terence Hughes 2021 Extrait

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Forbidden

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Aaron Terence Hughes Forbidden is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2021. Forbidden opens with Chocolate, Bergamot, and Orange, settles into a heart of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Cherry, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Oud, Patchouli, and Rose. Aaron Terence Hughes's Forbidden carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive gourmand powerhouse, Forbidden is a complex beast. Expect a love-it-or-hate-it reaction to this rich, boozy, chocolate-cherry affair, but nobody can deny its massive presence.
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  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
  • Gourmand
  • Elegant
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Forbidden 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, combined with the heavy gourmand and boozy notes, make it overwhelming for an office but perfect for a night out or a dressed-up occasion. While some might wear it casually, it's a bit much for daily errands.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Forbidden explodes with a rich, boozy opening of rum and juicy cherry, quickly intertwined with decadent chocolate and bright orange zest. As it develops, a creamy vanilla and warm tonka bean heart emerges, offering a comforting sweetness. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of earthy patchouli, deep oud, and a touch of rose, all underpinned by a clean musk and ambery warmth, creating an edible yet refined gourmand experience that lingers for ages.

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