Boy by Aaron Terence Hughes bottle
Aaron Terence Hughes

Boy

3.9/5 · 37 votes Unisex 2025
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity3.4/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day79
Night79
Spring100
Summer79
Fall74
Winter63
Our take

Boy opens with a sharp peppermint that feels a little too loud against the bright citrus. The bergamot, blood mandarin, and lemon provide a sunny lift, but the mint can dominate the first few minutes in a way that registers as slightly abrasive rather than refreshing. It takes time for the cooler edges to settle so the fruit can show its softer side.

The heart introduces amber, which warms the composition and pulls the top notes toward something rounder. This amber is smooth and resinous, creating a bridge between the crisp opening and the heavier materials waiting underneath. It prevents the citrus from feeling thin and gives the fragrance a steady center.

Vanilla, honey, tonka bean, patchouli, and benzoin form a dense base that leans sweet and resinous. The honey adds a golden stickiness that pairs closely with the vanilla, while the patchouli brings an earthy depth that keeps the sweetness from becoming flat. Benzoin reinforces the amber with a balsamic texture that feels warm on the skin.

The overall character is a citrus gourmand that stays on the sweeter side of unisex. It suits cooler days when a warm base feels welcome, though the opening mint may not appeal to those who prefer clean citrus without a medicinal edge. The honey and vanilla continue to

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