Hugo Red
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into green.
About
Hugo Red by Hugo Boss is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for men. Hugo Red was launched in 2013. Top notes are Metallic notes, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper and Galbanum; middle notes are Rhubarb, Metallic notes, Pineapple and Cedar; base notes are Amber and Tonka Bean.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Hugo Boss picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Hugo Red smell like?
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into green. Dominant accords: fruity, sweet, green.
What notes are in Hugo Red?
Top: Metallic notes, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, Galbanum. Heart: Rhubarb, Metallic notes, Pineapple, Cedar. Base: Amber, Tonka Bean.
How long does Hugo Red last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Hugo Red loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Hugo Red best for?
Spring is the top pick (35%). Summer is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Hugo Red?
Day wear leads at 70%. Night is a secondary pick at 30%.
Is Hugo Red for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 54% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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