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The Boxers Through the Window
Gucci Guilty Absolute is one of the most polarizing designer fragrances I know!
Moreover, it is also a strikingly atypical creation by Mr. Morillas, who, besides doing commissioned work for anyone who pays enough and wants to sell a mass-pleaser scent, is known as THE man for freshies and timeless classics like Acqua di Gio, Light Blue pH, and *ahem* Office.
It surprised me even more that such an uncompromising fragrance was created under his guidance. Because GGA is straightforward and direct, no flattering opening that gradually leads you to the harsh leather. Not particularly complex or with great development (which is typical for Morillas), but that’s exactly what makes it so interesting to me. A look at the notes gives a rough idea of where it’s headed. Vetiver, patchouli, cypress, wood leather, and golden wood - So leathery, woody, earthy. Check. This scent is pure and freshly tanned woody leather to spray on. Nothing more, nothing less.
When I smell the fragrance, I inevitably associate it with old leather and wood, strangely not in a bad way like the old wooden box lined with leather in grandma's decaying or dusty attic. Images of a rocker or some other stereotypical bad guy come to mind, who is forced by his wife to maintain his monthly personal hygiene. Sharpening his razor on leather, polishing his shoes on a solid wood table, and drinking Jacky straight from the bottle. This esteemed gentleman probably wears this fragrance, even if he doesn’t smell similar by nature.
For me personally, the scent is mostly unbearable, and I have only received negative comments so far - yet I still quite like it at times, because sometimes, but only sometimes, men like me deserve a bit of leather, uh, gladly… or something?!
This is a good fragrance for men who want to stand out, whether positively or negatively should not matter to them. For men who want to provoke or impregnate their leather jackets. For the men who, after two bottles of Jacky, will box anyone who gives them a hard time through the window. Uncompromising tough guys indeed.
Moreover, it is also a strikingly atypical creation by Mr. Morillas, who, besides doing commissioned work for anyone who pays enough and wants to sell a mass-pleaser scent, is known as THE man for freshies and timeless classics like Acqua di Gio, Light Blue pH, and *ahem* Office.
It surprised me even more that such an uncompromising fragrance was created under his guidance. Because GGA is straightforward and direct, no flattering opening that gradually leads you to the harsh leather. Not particularly complex or with great development (which is typical for Morillas), but that’s exactly what makes it so interesting to me. A look at the notes gives a rough idea of where it’s headed. Vetiver, patchouli, cypress, wood leather, and golden wood - So leathery, woody, earthy. Check. This scent is pure and freshly tanned woody leather to spray on. Nothing more, nothing less.
When I smell the fragrance, I inevitably associate it with old leather and wood, strangely not in a bad way like the old wooden box lined with leather in grandma's decaying or dusty attic. Images of a rocker or some other stereotypical bad guy come to mind, who is forced by his wife to maintain his monthly personal hygiene. Sharpening his razor on leather, polishing his shoes on a solid wood table, and drinking Jacky straight from the bottle. This esteemed gentleman probably wears this fragrance, even if he doesn’t smell similar by nature.
For me personally, the scent is mostly unbearable, and I have only received negative comments so far - yet I still quite like it at times, because sometimes, but only sometimes, men like me deserve a bit of leather, uh, gladly… or something?!
This is a good fragrance for men who want to stand out, whether positively or negatively should not matter to them. For men who want to provoke or impregnate their leather jackets. For the men who, after two bottles of Jacky, will box anyone who gives them a hard time through the window. Uncompromising tough guys indeed.
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10 Comments
Tats 5 years ago
I really fell in love with the scent and wanted to write a review about it. I think it deserves a review. But honestly, I don't even know what value my review would add since you've described everything perfectly. I have nothing to add. ??
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DonCologne 5 years ago
For the KIZ tribute, there's already a trophy! Rumor has it that Lemmy Kilmister wore this scent during his drinking tours... and the one-armed bandit thankfully also likes men who enjoy their own company and wear a rather bold fragrance. ;) A buddy of mine (more of an older gentleman) really values this scent and says that the ladies definitely like it... you just have to wait about 4 hours. But a date only happens after meeting the slot machine anyway. ;D
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Schalkerin 5 years ago
I think the scent is really beautiful and very wearable. My sweetheart, who's not a rocker type, wears it all the time and I love it.
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FlirtyFlower 5 years ago
I think it's awesome! Thanks for this comment :) Trophy
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Pistazieneis 5 years ago
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The scent might not be suitable for girls or boys who prefer pink.
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TahaScents 5 years ago
It's too harsh and unbearable for me as well, but it's a very good leather scent in the designer segment. I just don't like this type of leather in fragrances.
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HolgerWingz 5 years ago
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KIZ sends you to hell. This scent definitely does too. No vacation for the brain.
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Finster242 5 years ago
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A nice comment, even though I don't agree with you on some points. Anyone choosing this scent wants a full dose of authentic leather, wood, and dust. Men who only need a LITTLE leather now and then might want to try Atramental by Room 1015.
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Chizza 5 years ago
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I used to wear this one a lot, and it reminds me more of a leather workshop :) Unfortunately, the performance could be better; otherwise, I probably would have kept it. For me, it's definitely more unique for a designer fragrance, but overall, it's quite relaxed.
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Oldfactive 5 years ago
I don't find it that bulky or uncompromising at all. It's just a really nice, dry leather scent without much sweetness. The opening even reminds me a bit of a cough syrup I had to drink as a kid.
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