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Gucci Guilty Absolute
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Guilty Absolute

Woody
Vetiver
Patchouli
Earthy
Leather
EDP · 2017 · mens

Gucci Guilty Absolute is the darker, more introspective take on the original Guilty flanker line, arriving in 2017 with a distinctly serious tone that sets it apart from its predecessor.

The fragrance opens with a bold leather note that immediately establishes its edgy character, moving quickly into a heart of cypress and patchouli that adds herbal texture and earthy weight. The base pulls heavily from vetiver and woody notes, creating a grounding, almost austere finish. The overall accord structure leans woody and earthy throughout, with leather and patchouli providing consistent depth. This is a fragrance built on earthy, leathery foundations rather than sweetness or brightness, giving it a contemplative rather than celebratory feel.

Absolute suits men who want leather without gimmick and don't mind woody, slightly austere compositions. It works best as a cooler-weather fragrance or for evening wear, where its moody character can breathe. If you gravitate toward The Mystic, The Maverick, or The Sensualist, you'll likely find something to appreciate here.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Woody
100%
Vetiver
70%
Patchouli
80%
Earthy
100%
Leather
100%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Leather
Leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Cypress
Cypress
Dry, resinous, and slightly medicinal, cypress has a sharp, coniferous sharpness with a faintly smoky, pine-like quality. It evokes the tall, dark trees of Provence and Tuscany, austere, Mediterranean, and quietly beautiful. A grounding note that adds structure to woody and aquatic compositions.
Patchouli
Patchouli
Dense, earthy, and darkly sweet, patchouli is the scent of damp soil and dried herbs with an almost chocolatey richness. It polarizes people because in high concentrations it's overwhelming, but as a supporting note it adds depth and longevity that almost nothing else can match. The backbone of countless oriental and chypre fragrances.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Vetiver
Vetiver
Earthy, smoky, and complex, vetiver root is extracted from a grass native to India and has a scent that is simultaneously rooty, woody, and slightly lemony. It's one of perfumery's great base notes: tenacious, unisex, and endlessly adaptable. A fragrance built around vetiver feels grounded and deeply confident.
Woody Notes
Woody Notes
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The MysticBest match82% match
You wear what others can't place — and that's exactly the point.

Warm incense, dry resins, airy woods, smoke with softness. Never obvious.

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The Maverick82% match
You do what works for you. That's always been enough.

Fresh, bold, abstract, dry. Metallic notes, experimental musks, architectural woods with presence.

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The Sensualist80% match
You fill the room without trying.

Warm, smooth, projecting. Leather, tobacco, dry amber, bold woods.

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You wear what others can't place — and that's exactly the point.
Warm incense, dry resins, airy woods, smoke with softness. Never obvious.
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Scent Profile
Woody100%Vetiver70%Patchouli80%Earthy100%Leather100%
Fragrance Family
Amber/Woody
EDP
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Gucci Guilty Absolute— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Guilty Absolute is $59.99. Without a coupon the lowest price is $59.99. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Gucci fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

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Cheapest price for Gucci Guilty Absolute? +
$59.99 at Jomashop. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
Is $59.99 a good price for Guilty Absolute? +
Yes. The current best price is $59.99 and MSRP is $93.95. At $59.99 you save 36% vs retail.
What does Gucci Guilty Absolute smell like? +
Gucci Guilty Absolute is the darker, more introspective take on the original Guilty flanker line, arriving in 2017 with a distinctly serious tone that sets it apart from its predecessor. The fragrance opens with a bold leather note that immediately establishes its edgy character, moving quickly into a heart of cypress and patchouli that adds herbal texture and earthy weight. The base pulls heavily from vetiver and woody notes, creating a grounding, almost austere finish. The overall accord structure leans woody and earthy throughout, with leather and patchouli providing consistent depth. This is a fragrance built on earthy, leathery foundations rather than sweetness or brightness, giving it a contemplative rather than celebratory feel. Absolute suits men who want leather without gimmick and don't mind woody, slightly austere compositions. It works best as a cooler-weather fragrance or for evening wear, where its moody character can breathe. If you gravitate toward The Mystic, The Maverick, or The Sensualist, you'll likely find something to appreciate here.
What are the notes in Gucci Guilty Absolute? +
Top: Leather. Heart: Cypress, Patchouli. Base: Vetiver, Woody Notes.
What fragrance family is Guilty Absolute? +
Gucci Guilty Absolute belongs to the Amber/Woody fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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