Women's Perfume Essens W184 — a Fragrance Inspired by Hugo Boss Boss Alive

A woody-fruity fragrance — juicy, warm and truly alive

🏛️ The Legend of Hugo Boss Boss Alive

Boss Alive was launched in 2020 and became a manifesto of modern feminine energy. It was created by the famous perfumer Annick Menardo, the author of many iconic fragrances including the legendary Boss Bottled, Hypnotic Poison for Dior, Bvlgari Black, Lolita Lempicka, Patchouli 24 for Le Labo and Hypnôse for Lancôme. The inspiration was the idea of a life that bursts forth, movement, passion, freedom and self-confidence.

👩‍🔬 Annick Menardo. She was born in Cannes in 1959. Before perfumery she studied medicine and biochemistry, then graduated from ISIPCA in Versailles. Her style is distinguished by bold contrasts, leather against sweetness, wood against air, smoke against light. It is precisely this principle that formed the basis of Boss Alive, where fruity juiciness meets woody dryness.

🌸 The fragrance pyramid. Top notes are Madagascar vanilla, plum, cinnamon, apple and black currant. The heart is jasmine sambac and thyme. The base is woody notes, sandalwood, cedar and olive wood. The composition belongs to the woody-fougère group. It unfolds with a fruity explosion, the scent of apple strudel with cinnamon and vanilla, juicy plum, tart black currant. In the heart is the floral magnetism of Indian jasmine, contrasting with the dry accents of thyme. The woody base of white cedar, olive wood and creamy sandalwood gives the character boldness and independence.

🎬 The face of the campaign. The face of Boss Alive became actress Emma Roberts, whose image perfectly embodied the spirit of the fragrance, young, bold, energetic and free.

💎 The bottle. Recognizable and elegant, glass with a gradient from dark to light and a golden cap. The gradient symbolizes the movement from darkness to light, from night to morning, from rest to action.

How it sounds and wears. «Apple strudel with cinnamon and vanilla settling on sandalwood and cedar» is a recognizable description. The start is juicy and spicy, apple with cinnamon, plum and black currant. In the heart is jasmine sambac with the unexpected dry herbaceousness of thyme. The base is warm, woody, with cedar, sandalwood and olive wood. Concentration is Eau de Parfum. Longevity is average, according to reviews 4–5 hours on skin. Sillage is noticeable but not heavy. Seasonality is autumn, spring, cool summer, possible as an evening option and in winter. Fragrantica rating is 3.66 out of 5 with 2,435 votes.

⏳ The original price. The original Boss Alive costs around 7,300–11,800 ₽ for 30–50 ml in major retail chains. This is the luxury segment with an accessible entry price, which makes the fragrance a popular choice for everyday wear.

📖 The Story of Four Notes

Apple — a juicy fruity note with crisp freshness. In the opening of W184 it gives the composition brightness and energy, making the start invigorating and appetizing.

Cinnamon — a warm spice with soft sweetness. In the top notes it adds comfort and depth to the fragrance, and together with plum and vanilla it sounds especially intriguing.

Jasmine — a royal floral note with sweet depth. In the heart of the composition it adds femininity and elegance, and together with thyme — a spicy, slightly camphor freshness.

Patchouli — a spicy earthy note with a woody character. In the base, together with cedar, sandalwood, olive and woody notes, it creates a deep, multifaceted trail that stays with you for a long time.

👤 The Woman of W184

She is energetic, confident and free. Her life is movement, passion and new horizons. She is not afraid to be different: gentle and bold, romantic and passionate. Her charm is impossible to ignore.

Deep colors, soft fabrics, elegant jewelry and natural makeup suit her. She loves travel, parties, creativity and moments when she can be herself without looking back at others. Her style is freedom, energy and femininity without compromise.

Essens W184 stays with her all day: in the morning it opens with apple, blackcurrant, plum, cinnamon and vanilla; during the day it reveals a floral-herbal heart with jasmine and thyme; in the evening it warms with cedar, sandalwood, patchouli, olive and woody notes. This is a companion fragrance for those who value a bright yet noble presentation.

⚖️ Essens W184 and the Original Side by Side

The only difference is the price and the bottle. The scent remains recognizable from the very first seconds.

✨ Women's perfume W184 by Essens is a woody-fruity fragrance that unfolds with juicy apple, blackcurrant, plum, cinnamon and vanilla. It captures the magic of modern feminine perfumery — inspired by the legendary Hugo Boss Boss Alive. Every drop conveys the recognizable accord familiar to fans of the original and gives a feeling of energy, freedom and sensual femininity.

A versatile fragrance for any season and any occasion. Try it and see for yourself.