Aaron Terence Hughes 2022 Extrait

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Guapo

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Aaron Terence Hughes Guapo is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2022. Guapo opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Amber, Tonka Bean, and Ambroxan, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, Clean Musk, and Ambergris. Aaron Terence Hughes's Guapo carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is an absolute ambroxan bomb that’s divided opinion: for some, it’s a premium 'designer on steroids' crowd-pleaser that gets wild reactions; for others, it's a generic, uninspired Sauvage or Percival clone that feels harsh and lacks identity. Either way, it's strong and lasts ages.
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  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Masculine
  • Energetic
  • Fresh
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Guapo 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:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its strong sillage and long-lasting nature mean it needs to be applied lightly for the office, but it's generally deemed office-safe. The fresh, mass-appealing profile makes it a versatile choice for casual wear and dates, with many finding it a compliment magnet. It's a bit too bold for very formal events but can work for smart-casual.

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

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

Guapo kicks off with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot, lemon, and mandarin, giving it an immediately clean and invigorating edge. As it settles, a woody heart emerges, smoothed by creamy tonka and a hefty dose of ambroxan, which some perceive as a sharp, almost metallic accord. The apple note adds a touch of fruity sweetness, keeping it from becoming too austere. The base lingers with earthy vetiver, warm sandalwood, and a clean musk, underpinned by a persistent ambergris that maintains a powerful, diffusive aura.

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