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Guess Guess 1981 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017. Guess 1981 opens with Violet, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Jasmine, and Pear, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Guess's Guess 1981 carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Guess 1981 is an undeniably 'nice' scent, a clean, musky violet that's an easy reach for many. However, its notorious weakness divides opinion, with some praising its subtlety while others lament its fleeting presence. It's safe, pleasant, and utterly inoffensive, but don't expect it to make a lasting impression.
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  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
  • Fresh
  • Soft
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Guess 1981 Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Violet100%
Heartas listed
Pear37%
Sandalwood32%
Jasmine31%
Baseas listed
Musk44%
Cedar30%
Amber26%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its musky, powdery, and fresh accords, combined with low projection and longevity, make Guess 1981 perfect for casual wear and the office where subtlety is key. It's too subdued for formal events or most dates, but its lightness suits active, everyday scenarios.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Imagine a soft, airy blend of powdery violet and clean musk, accented by a subtle, juicy pear that prevents it from becoming too dry. As it settles, creamy sandalwood and a touch of warm amber emerge, grounding the ephemeral florals with a gentle, woody embrace. It's a transparent, 'barely there' scent, hinting at delicate freshness rather than making a bold statement.

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