Guess 2021 Edt

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Guess Effect

by Clément Gavarry

Guess Guess Effect is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Clément Gavarry. The fragrance opens with Star Anise, Pineapple, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Violet Leaf, Clary Sage, and Rosemary, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, Musk, and Ambroxan.

Our verdict on Guess Effect: Favourite

A pleasant, if unexciting, everyday scent that's a bit of a chameleon - some say it’s generic, others find it a clean, soft crowd-pleaser. The biggest complaint is its woeful longevity, so be prepared to re-apply if you want it to actually, you know, last.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Modern
Guess Effect Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16%
Floral 5%
Fruity 7%
Green 24%
Sweet 17%
Warm 13%
Woody 13%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 7%
Fresh 29%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
92%
Citrus
86%
Powdery
78%
Soft Spicy
75%

Notes

Top Notes

Star Anise 29% Grapefruit 29% Mandarin 29% Pineapple 14%

Heart Notes

Violet Leaf 33% Clary Sage 33% Rosemary 33%

Base Notes

Sandalwood 20% Guaiac Wood 20% Musk 20% Ambroxan 20% Vanilla 20%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its clean, light profile and poor longevity make it suitable for casual wear and quick activities like the gym, where a subtle scent is preferred. It's too understated and short-lived for formal events or dates, but its unobtrusive nature makes it acceptable for office use.

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Guess Effect opens with a zesty burst of grapefruit and mandarin, quickly spiced up by star anise and a touch of sweet pineapple. The heart leans into a fresh, earthy blend of violet leaf, clary sage, and rosemary, grounding the initial fruitiness. It dries down to a soft, woody base of sandalwood and guaiac wood, cushioned by clean musk, amber-like ambroxan, and a hint of vanilla, creating a smoothly powdery and slightly sweet finish.

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