Hugo Boss 1987 EDT

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Boss Sport

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Hugo Boss Boss Sport is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1987. Boss Sport opens with Marigold, Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Geranium, and Lily, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Hugo Boss's Boss Sport carries a Statement verdict, an earthy-led wear.

This isn't your average 'sport' fragrance. Ignore the name; this is a polarising, powerhouse fougere straight from the 80s, evoking a bygone era of masculine scents. Some call it an absolute masterpiece, others can't stand the dirty, pollen-heavy florals. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of blend.
  • Bold
  • Bright
  • Clean
  • Edgy
  • Fresh
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Boss Sport Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Fresh Spicy
71%
Woody
66%
Herbal
57%
Floral
50%
Earthy
49%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its distinctive, robust fougere character, make it less suitable for a confined office environment. It’s better suited for casual wear, allowing its complex personality to breathe, or even a daring date night where its vintage masculinity can shine. The 'Sport' in the name is a misnomer by modern standards, making it very inappropriate for actual athletic activities.

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About

Boss Sport opens with a vibrant, slightly sharp greenness, combining aromatic lavender and juniper with a distinctive marigold punch. The heart reveals a rich, complex floral bouquet of rose, jasmine, and geranium, blended with herbal facets of tarragon and clary sage, adding a dry, almost dusty quality. The drydown is a deeply earthy and woody affair, with prominent oakmoss, vetiver, and patchouli creating a classic, enduring masculine base, softened by amber and tonka warmth.

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