293 – Inspired by GUILTY ELIXIR DE PARFUM POUR HOMME / GUCCI

Description

Essence & Concept
Gucci Guilty Elixir de Parfum Pour Homme (launched in 2023) is a modern take on masculinity that leans into warmth and intensity. It amplifies the Guilty line’s classic elements — patchouli, leather, spices — and wraps them in layers of sweet, resinous, and floral touches. The aim is to be both unapologetically strong and seductively comforting — something that feels luxurious and assertive.

Note Structure

• Top Notes: Orange Blossom, Nutmeg, Pimento Seeds — spicy and bright, the opening gives sweet florals tempered by aromatic heat.

• Heart Notes: Orris Butter, Orange Blossom, Osmanthus — a richly creamy and floral core with depth from orris and the soft, leathery nuance of osmanthus.

• Base Notes: Vanillin (vanilla extract), Ambrofix™, Benzoin, Patchouli — sweet, resinous, woody, and long‑lasting; gives the fragrance its staying power and richness.

Evolution & Experience
At first spray, the fragrance greets you with a burst of smoky spice and warm florals. The nutmeg and pimento bring a sharp kick; orange blossom adds brightness but leans toward creamy sweetness rather than sparkling. As it develops, orris butter and osmanthus deepen the floral profile, adding powdery elegance and a bit of leathery softness behind the florals. In the dry‑down, vanilla, patchouli, benzoin and Ambrofix kick in — the scent becomes smoother, more enveloping, sweet‑resinous with woods, and the florals recede somewhat into the background. It lingers with a warm, slightly smoky amber‑leather trail. Users report it projects strongly early, then softens but continues to linger impressively.

Longevity & Projection

• Longevity: Good to very good — many wearers note that a few sprays last throughout the day and into the evening.

• Projection: Strong in the opening; the spicy, floral, sweet aspects are noticeable early. Over time it becomes closer to skin but still leaves a warm trail.

Best Use / Occasions
Great for evening wear, cooler weather, or any time you want a scent with presence and depth — date nights, formal events, nights out. It might be too rich or heavy for very hot summer days or casual daytime situations if you’re sensitive to sweetness or florals.

Character & Vibe
This fragrance feels luxurious, sensual, and dramatic. There’s confidence in its richness. The spiciness initially gives sharpness, the florals and orris bring elegance, and the vanilla/wood/amber leather base gives warmth and lasting presence. It’s a statement fragrance: bold, plush, and modern masculine with softer edges.