Boss in Motion

Boss in Motion was my very first signature scent. What I remember the most of the original first release version, which I used in 2003-2006, is that it had a distinct metallic scent, which made so much sense with that bottle's design. My guess is that it was a molecule called Clonal paired with a more metallic musk like Habanolide or Globalide, the orange was exalted with some incensy aldehyde (C12 MNA?) and a creamy sweetness, but not cloying. It was very characteristic and unique also long lasting. I bought the bottle once more somewhere in 2013 and it was clearly reformulated and just didn’t smell the same anymore. It was the ghost of the fragrance.

Boss in Motion is the ultimate early 2000s nostalgia in a silver ball. It’s basically a spicy orange-creamsicle—creamy, citrusy, and highly energetic. The blend of bright orange and a smooth woody base makes it incredibly easy to wear for any casual day. It’s pleasant, inoffensive, and surprisingly versatile for warm weather. With decent projection and that upbeat vibe, it’s a total classic that still feels fresh. Perfect for when you want an effortless, high-energy signature.

Is it just me or does the OG in the funny round bottle smells slightly spicier and hardly less sweet than the 2022 version ? In any case this is a wonderful orange based fragrance with a very uplifting and comforting warmth to it. Simply perfect for spring and summer.

I miss this fragance...

I love this cologne, such a great fragrance and its one my dad used to wear a lot when i was growing up and i have kept the one he once gave me when i first ever started getting into fragrances when i was young.

Creamy orange, with an ever-so-slight spicy note. Trip down memory lane. Gives off creamsickle vibes. Terrible bottle design (I know it's distinctive, but this is just so bad. It shouldn't be a chore to apply the fragrance! Like with Happy, there are better modern, orange-forward fragrances on the market today... but unlike Happy, this is a bit heavier, more versatile, and probably a bit more of a year-round scent. A good layering option (try with tobacco and incense scents for an added little extra something). Moderate projection and longevity, lasts 3-4 hours with a nice dry down due to the balanced scent profile. A really nice, well-crafted scent. I doubt if this is still readily available nowadays, but don't sleep on it if you happen to come across it in the wild or already have it in your collection. You'll be pleasantly surprised!

Truly uplifting, it reminds me of the good old days, like a sunny sunday spent with your best friends at your favorite places.

Lovely scent, but too hard to find

I remember having this cologne when i was like 7, don't know how it exactly smells anymore but i remember liking it a lot

This is actually a sleeper fragrance. Hard to find yes but wow the dry down is actually very nice and has this warm yet bursting fresh feeling to it. The orange does smell quite warm and creamy and the woodiness with that musk is such a nice accompaniment to the star of the show which is that orange. Dumb reach for me and last a good amount with good projection

You miss this frag too right? Yeah, I know.. Unfortunately newer version is just simmilar and weak AF

Once again this is a scent I got off someone wearing it. I had to know what it was and bought it. I love the orange incence dry down. My bottle is the very old silver ball with orange equator from early 2000's It's definitely it's own scent. It's a thicker type of scent. Definitely not a freshy but still retains a sweet citrus . Woody sandalwood undertones could be some sweet vetyver . Im not expert but I do like this one alot. Orange incense is what comes to mind as a description.

This reminds me of Hugo Boss Bottled with some orange creamsicle added to it. Definitely a summer scent. I used to not really think anything of it but it grew on me and I love it now. The ball shape it cool. My friend has this one and he says it gets him more compliments than Creed Aventus.

(DISCLAIMER: This is NOT a review of HUGO BOSS 'ORANGE' in the square bottle - different scent - educate yourself - the ball bottle is first and foremost called HUGO BOSS IN MOTION with Hugo Orange slipped into the headers of the name). I have a fond memory of testing this and the bottle highly advertised from my teen years in 2002 right when it launched- so I went ahead and tracked down a short ingredient list bottle to make sure it was as close to 2002 as possible (bottle is a 2004). Anyways - Just reunited with the scent - interesting. Not quite as orange as I remember yet very citrusy. Almost like a sharp mix of lemon and grapefruit with hints of orange behind it - overall the citrus aroma is rather undistinguishable and rather generic in nature. Its sweetness is somewhat apparent - lightyears from being anything close to a gourmand. No- no distinguishable cinnamon, nor nutmeg, nor cardamom. Also a generic mingling like the citrus top is done. In 2002 compared to what was out there I could see people intrigued and calling this sweeter than other freshies and seeing it as a trendsetter. This sort of is a hybrid of a spring scent (aromatics) summer (the citrus) and fall (the sweeter spices). Overall though - I remember why I never personally got around to getting a bottle as its an aroma that is an array of notes you cannot pinpoint per say - which is a tactic that is kind of annoying in perfumery. In fact if anything - its sort of a pleasing ambroxan type scent. Very sauvage like without that nasty scratchy fake feeling you get from modern ambroxan. So in comparison - I could be nice and call this the luxury top tier of synthetic ambroxan type freshies. Maybe the wood combo is giving this effect and as to why i'm not having ambroxan chemical symptoms? Did I mention I absolutely hate spraying this? lol - Possibly the most awkward sprayer ever as your atomizer you press on is literally the bottom of the bottle that you press upward to release the juice from the top - still cool though In modern trends - not much you can do with this - its a casual daytime / sexy sporty scent with some slight playful notes slipped in as a marketing tactic to sell the trendy new ball bottle. It is a very sexy fresh scent though - the more I smell it I just kind of think of jocky sexy guys from early 00s. This is certainly better than the square bottle Hugo Boss orange scent- that one is so nasty- its like apples and vinegar to my nose- least the ball bottle is somewhat orange-y. Its almost sort of feminine the longer it lingers on my skin - again - this is a very strange linear fragrance that sort of leaves you jumbled - even if you have an experienced nose like mine. Try it! its worth adding to the casual daytime sporty dumb grab shelf. Don't expect too much from this though- It's LITERALLY just a few steps above an edc mall scent and literally is just Generic citrus- sweet violets - pink pepper.

Great scent all around. Easy to grab, not offensive to anyone, nothing groundbreaking but does the trick on casual hot days. Just wish it would project a bit more, still fine for the price though.

Scent is fine. Bottle is silly. Atomiser is balls.

This is a great scent. I first got familiar with it when I went off to college and a friend of mine was on the school's tennis team from France. This was 2003, I have not put my nose on this since then--but as we all know a distinct scent has the power of impression. This one here is a great scent that I might have to search to add it to my collection. ~ mAKES Too mUch $cents ~

It’s pretty good actually. I like that it’s warm, tame & inviting. What ruined it for me is that there is a underlying synthetic ‘perfume-y’ smell undertone.

This reminds me of 00s Röyksopp. Not a bright shrilling citrus, it's a warm creamy orange, with the slightest of spice sparkle, so if anyone wants a non headache-inducing citrus freshie, this is it. The old bottles are gorgeous.

Fun, wearable on any occasion, office friendly. smells like cola and citrus to me. No-one hates it and it sticks around for 6 hours. Also the bottle is unique and kinda fun with its very 2002 design language. I.e. if you ever find it on sale you should get one.

My grandpa always wore this one, it was his signature scent. I have such a vivid memory of it: it’s sharp, clean, manly, and energetic smelling. I remember when I was younger he had it out on the bathroom counter and I didn’t know what it was, and I ended up spraying it straight into my mouth. I will literally never forget it, and it has a very special place in my heart.

I loved this one. I used to keep it in my gym bag because of the metal ball. I didn’t have to worry about it getting crushed or broken. Just a really nice warm, active, everyday scent.

This is one of those that is timeless in my eyes. I wore this all during the early 2000's and it was before I was nearly as deep into the hobby but I still after all the scents I have smelled I still hold this one close to my heart. Impossible to dislike this. I picked up new bottle after not having it for over 15 years. I even found one in the ball bottle. The orange is very synthetic but in a good way. Like the McDonalds orange drink compared to real orange juice. Its not as real but somehow smells better because of all the added sugar. The dry down blends the creamy orange and cardamom into musky woods so nicely. Longevity is decent. Projection is average. Great for spring and fall daytime casual usage. I'm probably too old to pull this off but its never leaving my collection and makes me happy everytime I smell it. Would be great for college age guys up to 30 or so. 8/10 update : The grown up version of this is Bond No 9 Sutton Place

For the price, this one's a banger. One that has a strong scent memory, from the first time I tried it at the mall, to years later getting a bottle of it, was just a joy smelling it after long. Orange, light amber creaminess, feels very sophisticated and very energetic, all in all a happy fragrance. Wish it was a bit stronger, nonetheless this one is my favourite Boss scent. Hope they bring out a more intense version of this! 7.5/10

If you've ever wanted an orange fragrance then this would have to be one that you would need to try. My brother has this and its still one of his favourites but he uses it sparingly cause you can't get the round "pokeball as we call it" bottles anymore. When you first spray it, you get the orange and its super bright and fresh with the violet leaf and greens. As it dries down, the cardamom and other spices along with the musk and woody notes give it a slight warm fougere vibe. It is an awesome, energetic scent from the early 2000s that takes me back to some of my favourite moments. Performance wise, its not a beast or anything but that was to be expected with a freshie. It has a medium projection and the longevity is on the medium to high side but once it gets past a few hours, it will get closer to the skin. I wish they kept the round bottles cause they looked cool and fit the scent profile. Overall, it is a good easy to wear daily scent profile if you like brighter scents.

If only they bring this back... Remember was a 8-9 year old child when tried my first perfume at uncles house... oh it was this the one n only boss in motion: fell in love immediately and this will last a lifetime. such a shame to Hugo Boss discontinuing this genuine most attractive aromas. They did same with boss bottled couple years ago.. i went to different boutiques asking to recreate but no one wants and can to do the same , My best wishes to the creator of this perfume, this is one of a kind longevity can be better but the citrusy aroma made me happy every time i sprayed it PLEASE MAKE IT AGAIN ALL SAME BUT MORE INTENSE: PERFUME version will be an absolute hit !!

Fresh creamy orange. I like it but i would not buy it unless on huge discount. there is a lots of cheaper and better citrus alternatives like perry elis red for man, versace blue jeans etc...

@oceansoflorewi the person you're telling to do his research isn't saying this is Boss Orange, just that Boss In Motion comes in a square bottle with orange juice. It does come in a square bottle now but you can still get the ball one aswell, so you're both right. Boss Orange, or whatever its called now, is a separate fragrance but he wasn't referring to that one. The bottle I've got here is in a grey box with orange trim and just says Boss In Motion, the bottle isn't chequered, it's a plain glass bottle with orange liquid inside. It's the 2022 version of this fragrance. That's what people are on about, even though it has it's own separate page, but it's pretty much the same thing. Look at the "smells like" list, it's on there, and is the exact same thing except for some reason orange isn't listed as a top note but I'm smelling it right now and it does smell of oranges.

Ah, Boss in motion will always remind me of the French Riviera (Cassis). I don’t only look like an orange, it smells like one too. A classic summer scent for the active man.

I dont remember absolutely anything from it but i only remember that i got it from my dad when i was little and i liked it. Btw @noseydude this is an uncanny resemblance lol.