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Guess Effect by Guess

Men 2021

Brand
Guess
Perfumer
dsm-firmenich

Description

Guess Effect by Guess is a woody aromatic fragrance for men. Launched in 2021, this composition was created by Clement Gavarry and dsm-firmenich. The top notes unfold with grapefruit, mandarin, star anise, and pineapple; the heart reveals helichrysum, rosemary, and violet leaves; while the base notes settle on musk, vanilla, ambroxan, guaiac wood, and sandalwood.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 31%
  • Spring 26%
  • Summer 15%
  • Autumn 27%
  • Day 51%
  • Night 49%

Key notes

Community

38 votes

  • Positive 71%
  • Negative 13%
  • Neutral 16%
positive reviews 38 community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentWinter CharacterMasculine

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Leading answer I own it

110 votes

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Leading answer Winter

84 votes

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Leading answer Day

47 votes

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Fragrance profile

About Guess Effect

Main accord woody Year 2021 Gender Men Perfumer Clement Gavarry · dsm-firmenich

Guess Effect by Guess is a woody aromatic fragrance for men. Launched in 2021, this composition was created by Clement Gavarry and dsm-firmenich. The top notes unfold with grapefruit, mandarin, star anise, and pineapple; the heart reveals helichrysum, rosemary, and violet leaves; while the base notes settle on musk, vanilla, ambroxan, guaiac wood, and sandalwood.

Spices Fruits, vegetables and nuts Green, herbal and fougère Musk, amber and animalic Woods and mosses

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

27 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

27 votes

Character

Leading answer Traditionally masculine

28 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Excellent value

27 votes

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  1. Smells good at first, though that synthetic, alcoholic opening is strong; later it softens into a fresh woody scent. As it dries, it leaves a sweet, spicy touch—soft but a bit light. Great for going out at night, though it doesn’t last long or leave much of a trail, maybe just an hour on the skin. Better not to buy without trying 🕉️🕉️🕉️

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  2. Definitely reminds me of Armani Code and smells amazing! It’s a clean, soft, masculine fragrance with that outdoor vibe, not too creamy. Perfect for any occasion and at a price that can’t be beat, totally happy

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  3. Smells clean, like soap. Yes, it has that Armani Code vibe, but to me it reminds me more of the discontinued Prada Amber Pour Homme. It’s powerful and lasts quite a while. If you like fresh, soapy scents, this is your thing

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  4. It carries the DNA of Armani Code but performs much better and works even better. Highly recommended for the price

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