Guilty Absolute Eau de Parfum vs Oudh Noir Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Guilty Absolute EDP

Gucci Guilty Absolute Eau de Parfum is a lavish, grown-up gourmand that fuses almond, vanilla and rum over a plush amber base. Not for the shy, it delivers potent warmth and sophistication with impressive presence and lasting power.

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Our Verdict - Oudh Noir EDP

This Oudh Noir is a divisive beast: some find it a masterful, deep oudh, others a pungent assault. If you're after straight-up, unadulterated oudh with zero sweetness, this is it. It’s got an old-school charm, but its bold, woody character isn't for the faint-hearted.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Guilty Absolute EDP

Oudh Noir EDP

Notes

Top Notes

Leather 100%

Top Notes

Oud 100%

Only in Guilty Absolute

Leather 100%

Only in Oudh Noir

Oud 100%

Only in Guilty Absolute

Cypress 52% Patchouli 48%

Only in Oudh Noir

Cedar 33% Guaiac Wood 33% Juniper 33%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 46% vs 50%

Only in Guilty Absolute

Woody 53%

Only in Oudh Noir

Patchouli 50%

Accords

Guilty Absolute Oudh Noir

Woody

100%

90%

Amber

80%

Warm Spicy

52%

75%

Sweet

Aromatic

64%

60%

Leather

Oud

54%

Fresh Spicy

52%

Earthy

46%

Patchouli

46%

45%

Nutty

Woody

100%

Amber

90%

Warm Spicy shared

80%

52%

Sweet

75%

Aromatic

64%

Leather

60%

Oud

54%

Fresh Spicy

52%

Earthy

46%

Patchouli

46%

Nutty

45%

Performance

Guilty Absolute Oudh Noir

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Guilty Absolute

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Its rich, spicy vanilla and almond warmth thrive in cooler weather, making it perfect for fall and winter. The bold sweetness can feel cloying in the heat but is invigorating in crisp air, while spring evenings suit its opulent, deep character.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

With strong projection and a seductive, gourmand profile, it's best for dates or formal evening settings. Its intensity can overwhelm in close quarters like the office or for sporty activities, but it's an excellent choice for impactful presence.

Oudh Noir

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Built on woody, aromatic and oud - a composition that sits best in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

Given its strong, uncompromising oudh and woody profile, Oudh Noir is too powerful for office wear and totally unsuitable for sport. It works best for formal occasions where its gravitas can shine, and could be an interesting choice for a confident date night if applied sparingly.