Is Dossier Fougere Pink Pepper a dupe of Gucci Guilty?

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Fougere Pink Pepper EDP

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F Gender F
2019 Year 2021
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Fougere Pink Pepper Eau de Parfum bottle Fougere Pink Pepper EDP
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Guilty EDP
A lush, multifaceted floral that balances creamy lilac and powdery violet with a zesty citrus spark and a sensual, ambery base. Gucci Guilty Eau de Parfum is both assertive and romantic, perfect for women who want a bold yet refined signature.
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Our Verdict - Fougere Pink Pepper EDP
This one's a crowd-pleaser, delivering clean, fresh vibes with a touch of modern sophistication. It's a reliable, easy-to-wear scent that projects competence and good taste without shouting about it.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Guilty EDP A Fougere Pink Pepper EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Guilty EDP
Fougere Pink Pepper EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 36% vs 36%
Only in Fougere Pink Pepper
Lemon 36% Neroli 27%
Shared Notes
Geranium 24% vs 25%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 51% vs 42%
Amber 48% vs 28%
Only in Fougere Pink Pepper
Cedar 29%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Guilty Fougere Pink Pepper
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Guilty

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Its lush florals and subtle citrus are ideal for spring and fall, but the amber and patchouli warmth also carry well into cooler months. Summer wear is possible thanks to the lively citrus and fresh spicy opening, though its powdery richness is not the best fit for extreme heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The floral and powdery heart is inviting for dates and social occasions, while moderate projection and elegant freshness make it office-appropriate. Its sensual warmth is less suited to sporty or highly formal black-tie events.

Fougere Pink Pepper

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Community season votes for Gucci Guilty, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh, clean, and aromatic profile makes it highly versatile for everyday wear, including the office and casual outings. While not overtly formal, its polished nature works for dates and can smarten up relaxed wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
46%
Key Similarities

Shares 4 of its 9 notes, including Amber, Patchouli, Geranium

Key Differences

Adds bergamot and lilac, drops cedar and lavender

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