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Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme fragrance
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Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme

EDT Feminine · 2013 · by Aurelien Guichard
6.4 /10

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme scores 6/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 6/10 longevity
From USD 60–100From EUR 52–86From GBP 44–74From PKR 17,000–28,000From AED 225–375From INR 5,673–9,455From SAR 225–375
6 Longevity
6 Sillage
7 Versatility
7 Value
6.4 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Fruity Sweet Patchouli Amber
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileFruitySweetPatchouliAmberGourmandACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Casual Evening Date Night
Seasons
Spring Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6.4 / 10
Extreme Heat
4/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
5/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
8/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A bolder and more intense iteration of Gucci Guilty, featuring an abundance of juicy red fruits and berries contrasted with a dark, warm amber-patchouli base.

How It Wears

Its sweet and fruity profile is best suited for cooler evenings or air-conditioned environments, as it can be cloying in direct tropical heat.

How It Compares

Often compared to other fruity patchouli fragrances of its era, but Guilty Black offers a distinct blend of dark berries and a hint of rebellious charm.

The Controversy

Some found it a departure from the original Guilty's floral emphasis, moving towards a sweeter, more mainstream fruity-gourmand trend.

Is Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme Worth Buying?

The short answer: yes, with context. Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme is an EDT from Gucci that earns its reputation through wide appeal and a Fruity, Sweet, Patchouli, Amber, Gourmand character that is hard to argue with. The longer answer is what this review provides — climate scores across five zones, longevity data, multi-currency pricing, and honest comparison against the alternatives.

A bolder and more intense iteration of Gucci Guilty, featuring an abundance of juicy red fruits and berries contrasted with a dark, warm amber-patchouli base.

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme Notes Breakdown

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme opens with Red Berries and Pink Pepper — the first impression as it hits the skin. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Raspberry, Lilac, Violet, Peach and Red Currant. The final act — the part that outlasts the working day — is Patchouli, Amber and Caramel.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Fruity, Sweet, Patchouli, Amber, Gourmand — easy to place and easy to wear.

Longevity & Projection: Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme on the Clock

Longevity (6/10): Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme delivers moderate longevity for EDT. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (6/10): Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (7/10): Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $60 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

How Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 8/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 4/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Its sweet and fruity profile is best suited for cooler evenings or air-conditioned environments, as it can be cloying in direct tropical heat.

Its average across all five zones is 6.4/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Occasions & When to Wear

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme is best suited to Casual, Evening, Date Night. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme performs best in Spring, Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Often compared to other fruity patchouli fragrances of its era, but Guilty Black offers a distinct blend of dark berries and a hint of rebellious charm.

Price & Value

Internationally, Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme sits at $60–$100. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 17,000–28,000 in Pakistan, AED 225–375 in the UAE, ₹5,000–₹8,500 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Department Stores, Online. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces. Pakistan: Online Retailers, Selected Department Stores.

Verdict

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 6.4/10 puts Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Some found it a departure from the original Guilty's floral emphasis, moving towards a sweeter, more mainstream fruity-gourmand trend.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme last?

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme has a longevity score of 6/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme worth the price?

At around $60, Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme by Gucci is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme smell like?

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme is characterised by Fruity, Sweet, Patchouli, Amber, Gourmand accords. Opening with Red Berries and Pink Pepper, the heart revolves around Raspberry and Lilac, settling into a base of Patchouli and Amber.

Is Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme good for hot or humid weather?

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme was not designed for extreme heat (score: 5/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme for men or women?

Gucci Guilty Black Pour Femme is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.