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Hugo Boss Hugo Red for men
Hugo Boss

Hugo Red for men

Citrus
Fresh
Fruity
Green
Aromatic
Woody
Earthy
EDC · 2013 · mens

Hugo Red for Men is a 2013 release from Hugo Boss, the German luxury fashion house known for accessible designer fragrances that balance quality with everyday wearability.

The fragrance opens with a bright burst of galbanum and grapefruit, sharpened by pink pepper and an unusual metallic edge that gives it a synthetic, almost ozonic character. The heart reveals cedary wood notes alongside more metallic accords, with pineapple and rhubarb adding a slightly tart, fruity dimension. The base settles into a warm amber and tonka bean combination, creating a sweet, amber-forward finish. Overall, Hugo Red reads as a fresh aromatic with warm spicy and vanilla undertones, leaning more gourmand than purely clean.

This is a versatile fragrance suited to someone seeking a sweetened, approachable aromatic with some fruity intrigue and warmth. The metallic notes give it a slightly unconventional quality that prevents it from feeling dated or overly safe. It works well for daily wear, particularly in spring and early summer when the fresh opening feels most relevant. Discover similar fragrances in The Romantic, The Hedonist, and The Homesteader.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
90%
Fresh
100%
Fruity
80%
Green
70%
Aromatic
60%
Woody
50%
Earthy
21%
Amber
100%
Warm Spicy
100%
Spicy
21%
Vanilla
100%
Sweet
100%
Gourmand
100%
Tropical
36%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Galbanum
Galbanum
One of perfumery's oldest raw materials, a bitter, intensely green resin with a cut-grass, slightly medicinal quality. It's the note that gives vintage green chypres their sharp, naturalistic edge. Galbanum alone is almost unpleasantly aggressive, but in a composition it adds a vivid green freshness that nothing else can match.
Grapefruit
Grapefruit
Bittersweet and juicy with a faintly metallic zing that sets it apart from sweeter citrus notes. Grapefruit is uniquely energising, it reads as clean and modern rather than traditionally 'citrusy.' It pairs effortlessly with musks, making it a staple of office-safe, all-day fragrances.
Metallic Notes
Metallic Notes
Pink Pepper
Pink Pepper
Fruity, slightly rosy, and gently spiced, pink pepper is softer and more aromatic than black pepper. It occupies a unique space between citrus, floral, and spice families, which makes it exceptionally versatile. You'll find it in contemporary fresh fragrances where it adds lift and personality without aggression.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Cedar
Cedar
Metallic Notes
Metallic Notes
Pineapple
Pineapple
Rhubarb
Rhubarb
Tart, crisp, and slightly green, rhubarb has a fresh, sour fruitiness that is more refreshing than sweet. It adds a clean, astringent quality to fragrances, like citrus, but fruitier and more unusual. Used in contemporary fresh and aromatic compositions to add a distinctive, slightly challenging freshness.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Amber
Amber
A warm, resinous accord rather than a single ingredient, amber is typically built from labdanum, benzoin, and vanilla to create a rich, honeyed, almost solar warmth. It's the quintessential base-note family, adding a comforting richness that makes fragrances feel complete. The difference between a fragrance feeling cold and feeling alive.
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean
Sweet, powdery, and almond-like with hay-like, slightly tobacco undertones, tonka bean is one of perfumery's most useful base notes. It shares coumarin with fresh hay and freshly cut grass, adding a warmth that feels nostalgic and comforting. Essential in gourmand and soft oriental fragrances.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The RomanticBest match84% match
Your fragrance is a love letter you never stop writing.

Warm roses, vanilla, amber, creamy musks. Soft, evolving, intimate.

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The Hedonist84% match
More is more. You've always known this.

Opulent, rich, long-lasting. Vanilla, amber, dense florals, gourmand warmth.

🏡
The Homesteader82% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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Scent Profile
Citrus90%
Fresh100%
Fruity80%
Green70%
Aromatic60%
Fragrance Family
Green/Aromatic
EDC

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Frequently asked questions

What does Hugo Boss Hugo Red for men smell like? +
Hugo Red for Men is a 2013 release from Hugo Boss, the German luxury fashion house known for accessible designer fragrances that balance quality with everyday wearability. The fragrance opens with a bright burst of galbanum and grapefruit, sharpened by pink pepper and an unusual metallic edge that gives it a synthetic, almost ozonic character. The heart reveals cedary wood notes alongside more metallic accords, with pineapple and rhubarb adding a slightly tart, fruity dimension. The base settles into a warm amber and tonka bean combination, creating a sweet, amber-forward finish. Overall, Hugo Red reads as a fresh aromatic with warm spicy and vanilla undertones, leaning more gourmand than purely clean. This is a versatile fragrance suited to someone seeking a sweetened, approachable aromatic with some fruity intrigue and warmth. The metallic notes give it a slightly unconventional quality that prevents it from feeling dated or overly safe. It works well for daily wear, particularly in spring and early summer when the fresh opening feels most relevant. Discover similar fragrances in The Romantic, The Hedonist, and The Homesteader.
What are the notes in Hugo Boss Hugo Red for men? +
Top: Galbanum, Grapefruit, Metallic Notes, Pink Pepper. Heart: Cedar, Metallic Notes, Pineapple, Rhubarb. Base: Amber, Tonka Bean.
What fragrance family is Hugo Red for men? +
Hugo Boss Hugo Red for men belongs to the Green/Aromatic fragrance family. It is an EDC.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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