How does Guilty Essence differ from the original Gucci Guilty Pour Homme?

Essence leans fresher and more floral, with lavender, neroli and orange blossom over patchouli and cedar. The original is warmer and more aromatic-spicy.

Is it strong enough for evening wear?

It is an eau de toilette with moderate projection, so it works best as a daytime scent. For evenings, apply more or layer with a matching aftershave.

What season suits it best?

The lavender and citrus notes make it a natural for spring and summer. The cedar-patchouli base lets it carry into fall.

A single 3 fl oz bottle of Gucci Guilty Essence eau de toilette spray.

Is it a good gift for a man?

Yes, if he likes fresh lavender and citrus scents. It is less suited to men who prefer sweet, gourmand or smoky fragrances.

Where is the Gucci Guilty Essence EDT Spray for Men cheapest?

At Walmart, for $76.99, as of our latest check.

Gucci Guilty Essence EDT Spray for Men

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Our take on the Gucci Guilty Essence EDT Spray for Men

Gucci Guilty Essence is a men's eau de toilette built on lavender and coriander up top, orange blossom and neroli in the middle, and a patchouli-cedar base. It sits in the fresh-aromatic family rather than the sweet or woody-amber territory of many modern men's scents, which makes it easy to wear in daylight and warm weather. It suits men who want a clean, slightly floral lavender scent for everyday use. Against its rivals it is a lighter, more citrus-floral composition than the original Guilty Pour Homme, so it trades some warmth for freshness.

Best forEveryday wear at the officeWarm-weather daytime useMen who like lavender-forward scentsGifting a fresh men's fragrance

Pros

Fresh lavender and coriander opening
Neroli and orange blossom keep it bright, not heavy
Patchouli and cedar give it a clean, dry finish
Easy to wear across seasons and settings
Recognizable Gucci Guilty bottle design

Cons

Eau de toilette concentration, so it fades faster than parfum-strength scents
Lavender-forward profile is not for men who want sweet or smoky scents
Moderate projection rather than a bold statement
Some wearers find the floral middle too soft for evening wear

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What reviewers say

4.5 / 5598 ratings

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 598 ratings, Guilty Essence is generally well received as a fresh, clean everyday scent. Buyers tend to like the lavender and citrus opening and describe it as pleasant and versatile.

What people mention

LongevityMixedSome wearers say it fades within a few hours, while others find it lasts a working day.
Scent profilePraisedReviewers describe a fresh lavender and citrus opening with a clean woody finish.
ProjectionMixedIt stays close to the skin after the opening, which some like and others find too quiet.
VersatilityPraisedOwners call it easy to wear at work and in warm weather.
ValueMixedSome buyers feel the eau de toilette strength limits how much they reach for it.

About the Gucci Guilty Essence EDT Spray for Men

Gucci Guilty Essence is an eau de toilette spray for men. It comes in a 3 fl oz size.

The scent opens with lavender and coriander. Orange blossom and neroli form the middle, and patchouli and cedar make up the base.

Brand: Gucci
Type: Eau de toilette spray
Volume: 3 fl oz
Top notes: Lavender, coriander
Middle notes: Orange blossom, neroli
Base notes: Patchouli, cedar
Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 4

Specifications

product_volume: 3 fl ozSource
color: MulticolorSource
size: 4x4x4Source

Questions and answers

How does Guilty Essence differ from the original Gucci Guilty Pour Homme?: Essence leans fresher and more floral, with lavender, neroli and orange blossom over patchouli and cedar. The original is warmer and more aromatic-spicy.
Is it strong enough for evening wear?: It is an eau de toilette with moderate projection, so it works best as a daytime scent. For evenings, apply more or layer with a matching aftershave.
What season suits it best?: The lavender and citrus notes make it a natural for spring and summer. The cedar-patchouli base lets it carry into fall.
What is in the box?: A single 3 fl oz bottle of Gucci Guilty Essence eau de toilette spray.
Is it a good gift for a man?: Yes, if he likes fresh lavender and citrus scents. It is less suited to men who prefer sweet, gourmand or smoky fragrances.
Where is the Gucci Guilty Essence EDT Spray for Men cheapest?: At Walmart, for $76.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Gucci Guilty Essence EDT Spray for Men?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 598 ratings.