Flowerbomb Eau de Toilette vs No.040 Guilty Eau de Parfum
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Which Should You Buy?
A brighter, fresher take on the iconic Flowerbomb DNA for those who found the EDP too much. It's a sweet floral crowd-pleaser that's sadly discontinued, making it a treasured find for fans. Expect compliments, especially in warmer weather.
No.040 follows Gucci Guilty's spicy-floral formula - mandarin and pink pepper over lilac, geranium and peach, finishing on patchouli and amber. It's a consistent, recognisable take according to buyers, though it runs a shade sweeter and less complex than the original's sharper pink-pepper bite.
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Lighter than its EDP sibling, this EDT is versatile enough for casual wear and shines on dates. Its moderate sillage makes it suitable for the office when applied lightly, but it might still be a bit too sweet for very formal events or activities like sport.
Seasons
Community season votes for Gucci Guilty, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and autumn.
Occasions
Wearers put Gucci Guilty, the fragrance this is built to match, at its best for date nights and casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean floral, fruity, amber
Adds geranium and lilac, drops cashmere wood and freesia
Where to buy
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