Women's Perfume Essens W137 — a Fragrance Inspired by Gucci Guilty

A floral, oriental fragrance for sensual and mysterious natures

🏛️ The Legend of Gucci Guilty

This fragrance was launched in September 2010 and instantly became a symbol of boldness and glamour. It was created by the legendary French perfumer Olivier Cresp, the author of Angel and Black Opium. Aurélien Guichard also worked extensively with Gucci, but the original Guilty of 2010 was created by Cresp himself.

💋 The meaning of the name. Guilty is not about a sense of guilt but about a bold confession, «I am guilty, and I like it». It is a manifesto of freedom from rules that the creative director of Gucci, Frida Giannini, wanted to embed in the fragrance. Hence the image of a rebel and the provocative presentation.

🌸 The fragrance pyramid. Top notes are mandarin, pink pepper and bergamot. The heart is lilac, violet, geranium and rose. The base is patchouli, amber, musk and cedar. It is violet that gives that slightly powdery, «cool» shade for which the fragrance is loved. And musk with cedar in the base gather the trail and make it not «earthy» but clean and enveloping.

🎬 Advertising. The image of the modern rebel was embodied by actress Evan Rachel Wood in the advertising campaign directed by Matthew Rhodes. The commercial instantly became iconic, and the fragrance itself became an anthem to the bold, free and incredibly alluring woman.

💎 The bottle and the pairing. The bottle is pink-gold, with a faceted shape repeating the silhouette of the men’s Guilty. This emphasizes the idea of a paired line, the men’s one spicier and woodier, the women’s one fruity-floral. Together they work as a duet, not as opposites.

How it sounds and wears. «Mandarin lemonade with lilac and violet settling on patchouli and musk» is a recognizable description. The start is sparkling, spicy-citrus. In the heart is a fresh floral accord where lilac and violet give a light coolness, while rose and geranium give a bodily softness. The base is warm but not heavy, patchouli with musk and cedar. Concentration is Eau de Parfum. Longevity 6–8 hours, sillage is moderate but recognizable. Fragrantica rating is 3.78 out of 5 with 12,000+ votes.

⏳ The line. Guilty has become one of the largest series at Gucci. Guilty Pour Homme (2010, men’s), Guilty Intense (2011, more intense), Guilty Studs (limited editions with decor), Guilty Blooming Bouquet (2019, emphasis on flowers), Guilty Love Edition (limited releases). In the 2020s the line is regularly updated with limited editions and new flankers, but the 2010 original remains the reference point.

📖 Stories of Four Notes

Mandarin — a sunny citrus with juicy sweetness. In perfumery it sounds bright and joyful, adding energy and freshness to the composition. It is what makes the opening of the fragrance so sparkling and invigorating.

Pink Pepper — a spicy note with a light pungency and a berry shade. In the top notes it creates a sense of intrigue and piquancy, and together with mandarin and orange it unfolds especially multi-faceted.

Lilac — a delicate flower with spring transparency. In the heart of the composition it gives the fragrance airiness and romance, and together with peach and geranium it creates a touching and exquisite bouquet.

Patchouli — an earthy, woody-camphor note with a light sweetness. In the base it gives the fragrance character and depth, creating a sensual and lasting trail. Patchouli is the backbone of the composition that holds the amber warmth and makes it noble.

👤 Portrait of the W137 Woman

She is bold and self-confident — and not afraid to show it. Her presence cannot be ignored: a sparkling gaze, a light smile, natural seductiveness. She loves being the centre of attention and knows how to accept it with dignity.

She suits flowing dresses, deep colours, bold accessories. She loves parties, travel and bright moments. Her style is glamour without vulgarity, where every detail speaks of inner freedom.

Essens W137 lives with her all day: in the morning it unfolds with sparkling mandarin and pink pepper, during the day — with a delicate floral heart, and in the evening it warms with patchouli and amber. This is a companion fragrance for those who value a bright yet noble presence.

⚖️ Original and Essens W137 Side by Side

The only difference is the price and the bottle. The scent remains recognisable from the first seconds.

✨ Women's perfume W137 by Essens is a glamorous floral-oriental fragrance that unfolds with sparkling mandarin, spicy pink pepper and delicate lilac. It embodies all the magic of the Italian perfumery school — it is an exact analogue of the legendary Gucci Guilty. Every drop conveys the recognisable accord familiar to fans of the original, and gives a feeling of audacity, freedom and appeal.

A versatile fragrance for any season and any occasion. Try it and see for yourself.