Boss Alive Eau de Parfum

Another Annick Menardo triumph. It was a blind buy for me, as Menardo made my all-time favourite fragrance (Miracle So Magic), and her frags tend to be much more hit than miss for me. I tend to gravitate more toward floral than fruity fragrances, so I wasn’t sure how I’d respond to this. But so many reviews below mentioned a Christmas element that I was finding myself convinced. I was lucky enough to find a 30mL bottle on offer, and my only regret is not buying a bigger one. This is a spicy, vanilla-forward fragrance whose gentle floral aspects *just* steer it away from being straight-up gourmand. The fruity notes are those of warm, spiced, stewed berries like you’d find in a crumble dessert, rather than anything fresh or tropical; the Christmas comparisons are well earned. However, it would be as lovely on a warm August night as it is in December. I liked Alive when I first tried it, and have since grown to love it. It is beautiful, and I’ve had many compliments when wearing it. It’s not a bomb; it’s gentle and inoffensive from initial spray through dry down. It’s subtle enough that I don’t really smell it on myself unless I press nose to skin/clothes, but it’s clearly projecting enough for others to small and express approval. I do catch whiffs of it on myself now and then throughout the day, and it definitely stays on clothes. A spritz in the hair helps, too. It’s a safe office scent, but is far from generic. I saw that it has been compared to YSL Libre (EDP). I understand the comparison; Libre would be a much stronger version of Alive, with the addition of a very prominent orange blossom-jasmine combo. As orange blossom tends to stand out too strongly on me (especially when combined with jasmine), I prefer Alive to Libre. Alive does have jasmine in it, but it is very subtle and balanced beautifully with the other notes. I really recommend Alive, especially for anyone seeking a spicy, complex vanilla/fruit or vanilla/floral. It would suit a wearer of any age, so would be a safe gift for any fragrance lover. And from my experience, it’s a super-safe blind buy. If you’re on the fence about buying it, you’re very unlikely to regret the purchase — especially if you’re lucky enough to find an offer!

so, this smells very sweet to me, but not candy sweet, I don't really know how to describe it other than ''yes I want it, this smells expensive''. I initially tried it on at work cause I liked the bottle and was surprised by the unisex dry down, I feel like it really encapsulates the classic boss scent (as in their signature). I am not good with notes, but there's something sickening about the first sniff you get after spraying, which I think it's given by the plum, BUT it doesn't bother me that much cause it goes away in like 10 minutes. Longevity is pretty good, not anything extraordinary, but you will be able to smell it on clothes when you get back home after a long day/night out. I really don't see any resemblance with Good Girl, literally none at all, maybe it does smell a bit like Libre, but no dupe for sure. It does smell like you are a very well put together person that works in an office, I get the red lipstick and stilettos paired with a white collar shirt vibe. It's nice. :) Overall, yes try it first and give it a bit of time, cause you might not like the top notes, but it is definitely a beautiful and well blended scent. I got it for 30 pounds for 50 ml on offer from Notino, which is a very good price, but I know it retails for around 50-70 pounds for a bottle like that, if you buy it in store. (eg boots/tfs/superdrug) don't know if I would have paid that much money on it. 9/10

The reason why I had to have this is lost on me, reviews on Fragrantica are terrible, and people for the most part mention this as just not impressive. So idk why I like this, but I'll try to formulate some thoughts. -Bottle is important to me, and this one is right up my alley. Actually, I really want the 100 ml because it is just so beautiful. The gold frame. Guys. So simple and so pretty. - I am coming to the realisation that I need more easy going, family friendly scents. The people that I really need to please are my children and husband. I need something my kids can enjoy, less challenging stuff. -What I wear at work is less relevant; I don't become less of a boss by wearing this. -Serious enough for work, I really think this one is a good compromise, with a bit of a herbal kick, and not too sweet or warm or gourmand. -Lasts well, even with just a few sprays, even on skin. -Suffocates nobody, I can spray liberally and then enter the car and nobody will complain. -Reminds me of my beloved Libre, but without any of the sharp edges, it is elegant, put together, but inviting without ever being too much or too harsh. -Any weather, any occasion. I got the most overwhelming compliments from my 5 year-old when hugging me wearing this. To my nose, it is a fruity jasmine with a woody base. The apple is a bit sour, not shampoey. I don't see how people can dislike this.

I don't know how, but this smells to me like a more intense, better, smoother version of Viva la Juicy Gold Couture! And they don't even have similar notes, how weird is that! Granted, this is my first impression of this, but this to me is super pleasant, sweet, delicious, cozy and inviting; a bit overpriced for what it is, true, not original, very crowd-pleasing(including me!), but smells so good and mouth-watering! Love it! As I've stated in my other reviews, not every scent has to be unique, sometimes I think that I just need a nice, crowd-pleasing scent that I will surely know it's gonna make me smell goooood without putting much thought in choosing it. I love the diversity in perfumery and I don't like people who dismiss fragrances that are too "basic" and mock them, I've noticed this trend of bashing almost every new release that follows a crowd pleasing pattern, even though there is no need for this, there are literally tens of thousands of fragrances for everyone! Just let people enjoy what they want without making them feel bad for not choosing to bath everyday in niche or weird "original" frags! This is another good Hugo Boss release, I've been loving their offerings in the past 1-2 years. Recommend this!

Honestly, I really really like this perfume, which is weird because I don't usually like this kind of perfume. Maybe it isn't something revolutionary or mega unique, but I find it quite nice and loveable. I also wouldn't compare it with other scents (i see a lot of good girl and libre) because honestly every perfume to me is special and differs from others, more or less. I think that this is a very good every day and every moment type of perfume. It doesn't agressively attack your nose, but at the same time gives off boss b type of scent. It can save you in any situation cause it's super wearable. I love how it has 3 different stages of its smell: first it's really powdery and girly, than you can smell the flowers a lot better and in the end, the strong vanilla, cinamon and woody scents stay on your skin. I think it's appropriate for any location at any time. It has a little bit of a male scent note in it when it lays on your skin a bit longer, but I don't mind it at all, it makes me feel more powerful. The packaging is classy and simple and it doesn't look cheap. I think that this can be a great signature scent and overall I really adore it.

I got it from my boyfriend, and it is my new absolute favourite! Its sweetness is crisp and well-balanced, it reminds me very much of versace versence. I do seem to smell a vibrant splash of sweet mandarine. The notes imply wood scents, and there is a certain pencil-like aroma in it. Nevertheless it doesnt smell heavily spiced or 'dark'. It does have a soothing warm calming balance in energetic fruityness and interesting spices. You guys it is really a great perfume! The flowing of top to base notes is only slightly noticeable. It is a very friendly, sophisticated aromatic and bubbly fragrance! No sharpness whatsoever and not a single chemical hint. It is not a sweet teen smell and not a herb-infused eau de cologne. It is super warming fresh and reminds of a wellness aromatherapy treatment, like the smell of freshly conditioned hair. An optimistic and pampering spirit of sweet juicy thirst-quenching fruit, balanced with hints of fresh thymian leafs and mild yet aromatic woods, without the sourness or sharpness of citrus.

I went through two samples before deciding that this is FB worthy. Since I am very bad in detecting the single notes in a fragrance this review is more about my impressions. This perfume is a save no brainer. It is like a familiar restaurant. You don’t expect gastronomic epiphanies but you know that you will leave it happy and satisfied. I find Alive uplifting, cheerful and a good companion. I would never hesitate to wear it no matter the occasion. It always feels right. Somehow it is in the same range like Mon Guerlain but not in an aromatic but more in a fruity way. The performance and sillage is just right. Strong enough to get noticed but not overwhelming and nauseating. I get pleasant whiffs from time to time and got a compliment from a lady on the bus. If this is considered generic, than it is a well done generic. I find it memorable and am convinced it will be available in stores for a long time.

Wow people are super harsh about this fragrance.. 😳 I almost didn't try it bc of the reviews and then the first perfume in the similar section being Good Girl which isn't a favorite of mine. 💖 I'm glad I purchased this though. I like it for what it is. An easy reach every day fall fragrance perfect for running errands with a low key festive 🍂 Autumn spirit 😆... Also I'd been searching for a perfume that I could really smell plum in, so this was exactly what I was hoping for. Plus I don't get Good Girl at all thankfully. I get the vanilla jasmine woods plum cinnamon but in a subtle daytime scent not a heavy date night. It really reminds me of Armani Because It’s You, same type of perfume, same vibe if you know what that smells like switch out the raspberry for cinnamon with a little plum. Longevity about 5 hours, definitely not a bold powerhouse scent. It does have a matching lotion I'm waiting on.

I LOVE it. My spouse said that I smell like a man and he doesn't like it at all. But I don't care. It reminds me of the Esprit Collection perfume I had in my teens. I checked and there aren't identical notes in them, however, they do share a lot of the same accords. This perfume makes me feel the same way as the Esprit's did - happy, carefree, alive. I usually avoid vanilla notes in perfumes because the vanilla is often overpowering but not in this one. I think it pairs really beautifully with the apple, blackcurrant, and cinnamon. It's a warm and rich scent without being heavy, and there's an underlying freshness as well. A very comfortable and snuggly scent, feels like I'm wrapped in a warm blanket. The longevity and sillage with this are insane! Two sprays last the whole day and I still smell it like I'd just sprayed it. With more sprays, you can definitely fill the whole room with the scent.

This fragrance instantly reminded me of my long-time signature—Hugo Boss Orange. Just like that one, it’s unique, soft yet captivating, light yet powerful. It feels like me. 🌿✨ It carries dualities within itself: calm yet alive, serene yet vibrant, mature yet fresh. The moment I smelled it, I felt comforted—like I wanted to curl up and sleep wrapped in this scent. A silent goddess, magnetic without needing words. As it settled, it became even warmer, richer, more grounded. Strong, mature, soothing, authoritative—like a woman who embodies trust itself. If Orange was my free-spirited, emotional side, this is the grown, controlled version of me. Longevity is great. And honestly... this is signature material. Absolutely. It doesn’t feel like a perfume I’m wearing—it feels like it’s radiating from my own chest. Final verdict: YES. This is ME. 💕🌸👑

I keep coming back to Alive, it’s my favorite daily office sent. It just smells put together, every time I use it I get compliments from both men and women. It projects confidence, presence, personality without being overpowering. I love so many notes here, the soft spicy and juicy opening that is then toned down by a fresh thyme, and it finally settles into a woody vanilla. This is not sweet but it’s not masculine at all. This is a perfect scent for a serious environment, where you want to capture just the right amount of attention. The classy bottle is lovely and longevity is 20/10, I can smell it all day

Bought the big bottle after falling in love with a sample and this perfume doesn’t disappoint! Works great with my skin chemistry, lasts literally all day, and every time I wear it I get a ton of compliments. It’s a safe everyday, very feminine scent which I think is fine for all seasons, however the cold months bring out a lot of the woody undertones in it while the warm months make it sweeter. Smells like a savvy chic woman in her 30s who’s got her life together so if you want to embrace that vibe i think this perfume would be perfect.

Boss Alive is one of my all-time favorite fragrances. There’s something so empowering and uplifting about it — a perfect balance between sweetness, warmth, and elegance. The fruity top notes draw you in with a soft sparkle, while the woody and vanilla base gives it depth and sensuality. It feels effortlessly feminine, modern, and confident — like a quiet kind of strength. I reach for it when I want to feel put-together and radiant. A true signature scent that never fails to lift my mood.

I really like this. It's a very easy, wearable, light daytime cinnamon scent. Definitely office friendly. When you want to be in a festive autumn mood but the weather doesn't permit bc it's way too hot outside still... Alive edp is what I grab 🥰 I've had this in my collection for at least 2 years now. Perfect for fall/winter in the south (US) I'm in TN & it's still up in the 80s here so far too warm to wear heavy fall scents but Alive edp was made for this imo ❤

I absolutely LOVE this scent. The opening is sharp, always makes me sneeze. I would also say the opening it fresh, gives the idea, that the fragrance would be fresh, but not at all! The dry down smells heavenly to me, edible. Kind of reminds me of a bakery of sorts? But not even that. It lasts long on clothes, unfortunately I didn't notice it project well or last too long. But for it's price - it's a beautiful scent. Would recommend to everyone.

Yesterday I received a sample from Notino. It has nothing to do with a masculine scent. It is a sweet perfume, the sillage is good and the projection as well. It has the same vibe as D&G The only one, Black Opium etc. It is a sweet perfume, gourmand ish, cozy, but it can be wear in the summer. I don't know what make you think is a man scent. This would be a good blind by for a sweet perfume lover. I will put it on my wish list.

This reminds me of my mother, in a good way! Don't get me wrong, this does NOT smell old at all!! It reminds me of her when I was a little girl, it makes me feel safe. I’d buy it in a heartbeat if it lasted longer than 30min on my skin.. such a shame If it does last on your skin, it’s an all-year-round fragrance that won’t offend anybody but isn’t (in my opinion ) something you’ve smelled before a thousand times.

This is fall in a bottle - the apple, plum, cinnamon, and vanilla are stunning! The opening is very fizzy to me, almost like a Coca Cola mixed with a gummy candy, and its addictive. Woodsy vanilla dry down. It is sweet, possibly due to the plum note, and not as spicy/masculine as I thought it was going to be. I haven't smelled GG as of yet, but this is great. Longevity and silage are also good!

Originally, when I first tried this I thought it was too masculine - it has that vibe and is quite strong, but once it settled I found the warmth of the cinnamon, plum and thyme enticing. My favourite time of year to use this is winter, and particularly around Christmas - I'm a sucker for cinnamon in a scent. It certainly only needs one or two sprays, otherwise it is overwhelming.

I love it ! I made a review earlier saying it wastoo heavy but i dont think so anymore. Its so delicious ! I recieved a sample a little package of a spray tester and im sooo sad its empty now its quite expensive so......it smells elegant and expensive /classy. Cinnamon note is not too heavy its just a little dust among with the jasmin in my opinion. Gotta have this!