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BenPrax 5 years ago
Safe bet
It's nothing groundbreaking. It's not challenging. While it's not too cheap smelling, it's not high quality. It's not the sort of thing you'd wear if you wanted to impress or make an impact.
But...
It's cosy and comfortable, it's nice (hate that word, but it fits), it's safe, projects decently and lasts rather well.
It's the sort of thing you'd wear if you wanted to smell good but not stand out. Perfect for those 'meh' dumb reach days. It's the sort of thing you could wear to the office and not have people bat an eyelid. It's the sort of thing you could wear taking your kids to their friends' parties. It's the sort of thing you'd wear to do the food shopping.
It's sweet without being cloying, spicy without being raucous and fruity without being overpowering.
Is it worth the hype? Probably not. I only bought it because of the hype, but almost two years in, I still find myself grabbing it when the occasion suits. Not the sort of fragrance to buy if you're only looking to buy one fragrance.
Definitely better in the cooler months, but pretty much a no-brainer for the cost (under €20 for 100ml), caveats accepted.
You won't get compliments by the bucket load, but you'll certainly be told you smell 'nice'.
A solid 7/10.
But...
It's cosy and comfortable, it's nice (hate that word, but it fits), it's safe, projects decently and lasts rather well.
It's the sort of thing you'd wear if you wanted to smell good but not stand out. Perfect for those 'meh' dumb reach days. It's the sort of thing you could wear to the office and not have people bat an eyelid. It's the sort of thing you could wear taking your kids to their friends' parties. It's the sort of thing you'd wear to do the food shopping.
It's sweet without being cloying, spicy without being raucous and fruity without being overpowering.
Is it worth the hype? Probably not. I only bought it because of the hype, but almost two years in, I still find myself grabbing it when the occasion suits. Not the sort of fragrance to buy if you're only looking to buy one fragrance.
Definitely better in the cooler months, but pretty much a no-brainer for the cost (under €20 for 100ml), caveats accepted.
You won't get compliments by the bucket load, but you'll certainly be told you smell 'nice'.
A solid 7/10.
Smells of memories past
If I smell sandalwood, I instantly think of my father. If I smell Tommy Girl, I think of my first crush. Smells do that, they hone in on times, situations and people. That's also true with Hugo.
The smell is 1996, the soundtrack is Brit Pop and the attire is jeans, Burberry shirts and a Harrington jacket. The overwhelming smell is fresh, but not really one dimensional; there are a few spicy, zesty and fruity notes there, lingering in the background.
Hugo will always be a classic for me, I think it was the first 'real' aftershave I owned, but it's an aftershave for 15 year old me. It's the aftershave of parties, school discos and furtive, nervous kisses. When I smell it now, it smells dated, but I don't know whether that's because my tastes have changed or because everyone's tastes have changed.
A few years back I bought a bottle for nostalgia's sake, but I soon discovered that I could no longer pull it off. Great for evoking memories past, but definitely a young man's scent in my opinion.
The smell is 1996, the soundtrack is Brit Pop and the attire is jeans, Burberry shirts and a Harrington jacket. The overwhelming smell is fresh, but not really one dimensional; there are a few spicy, zesty and fruity notes there, lingering in the background.
Hugo will always be a classic for me, I think it was the first 'real' aftershave I owned, but it's an aftershave for 15 year old me. It's the aftershave of parties, school discos and furtive, nervous kisses. When I smell it now, it smells dated, but I don't know whether that's because my tastes have changed or because everyone's tastes have changed.
A few years back I bought a bottle for nostalgia's sake, but I soon discovered that I could no longer pull it off. Great for evoking memories past, but definitely a young man's scent in my opinion.
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