Impression of Guilty Absolute

Scent Breakdown

DecantX's Impression of Guilty Absolute opens with a strong, almost acrid, leather. It's a bold, gasoline-tinged leather that lacks the smoother, aged quality of the original Gucci. The cypress immediately asserts itself, a green, slightly bitter counterpoint to the dominating leather. This accord is where the clone is about 94% accurate to the source. The heart maintains this interplay, with patchouli adding an earthy depth. However, the patchouli leans slightly synthetic, lacking the nuanced chocolate undertones present in Guilty Absolute. The base is a blend of generic woody notes and a hint of vetiver. The vetiver is dialed back significantly, resulting in a less complex and intriguing drydown.

How Long Does it Last?

Longevity is surprisingly decent for a clone. I observed around 6-7 hours on skin, with moderate projection for the first 2 hours, settling closer to the skin afterward. It's performs adequately, but is not a powerhouse.

Conclusion

This Impression of Guilty Absolute offers a reasonably close approximation of the original, capturing the central leather and cypress accord effectively. The synthetic edges are noticeable, particularly in the patchouli, and the base lacks the depth of the Gucci. If that price difference is only 2 or 3 times more, go with the Gucci. Those highly sensitive to synthetic notes may want to sample this first.