Hugo Boss 2005 Edp

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Boss Soul

by Ursula Wandel

Hugo Boss Boss Soul is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2005, created by Ursula Wandel. The fragrance opens with Cardamom, Pepper, Anise, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Nutmeg, Coriander, Lavender, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Vetiver, and Tonka Bean.

Our verdict on Boss Soul: Statement

Boss Soul is a divisive, discontinued scent that some rate as a masterpiece for its warm, spicy allure, while others dismiss it as forgettable and dated. Its biggest flaw? Performance, or lack thereof. A 'hug in a bottle' that fades far too quickly.
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  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Relaxed
  • Cozy
  • Masculine
Boss Soul Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 5%
Fruity 2%
Green 7%
Sweet 28%
Warm 44%
Woody 9%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Fresh Spicy
91%
Aromatic
91%
Vanilla
65%
Citrus
59%

Notes

Top Notes

Cardamom 28% Pepper 26% Anise 16% Mandarin 15% Bergamot 14%

Heart Notes

Cinnamon 32% Lavender 24% Nutmeg 23% Coriander 20%

Base Notes

Vanilla 24% Amber 21% Tonka Bean 21% Vetiver 18% Musk 16%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its warm, spicy character and intimate sillage make it ideal for close encounters like dates. The short-lived performance and subtle projection mean it won't overwhelm an office, but it's not impactful enough for formal events or sports.

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About

Boss Soul opens with a lively, aromatic burst of cardamom and anise, spiced up with a peck of pepper and a splash of citrus from mandarin and bergamot. As it settles, warm cinnamon and nutmeg weave through a hint of lavender. The dry-down becomes a smooth, gently sweet embrace of vanilla, tonka bean, and amber, grounded by a subtle musk and vetiver, forming a clean, spicy, and woody finish.

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