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Guess Man by Guess

Men 2006

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Guess

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Guess Man by Guess is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 2006, the nose behind this composition is Steve DeMercado. The top notes feature absinthe; the heart notes combine lavender, white pepper, ginger and nutmeg; while the base notes reveal fir, musk, sandalwood, amber, suede and Peru balsam.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 8.4%
  • Spring 41%
  • Summer 34%
  • Autumn 16%
  • Day 80%
  • Night 20%

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701 votes

  • Positive 74%
  • Negative 16%
  • Neutral 9.4%
positive reviews 701 community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentDay CharacterMasculine

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Leading answer Spring

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Leading answer Day

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About Guess Man

Main accord fresh-spicy Year 2006 Gender Men Perfumer Steve DeMercado

Guess Man by Guess is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 2006, the nose behind this composition is Steve DeMercado. The top notes feature absinthe; the heart notes combine lavender, white pepper, ginger and nutmeg; while the base notes reveal fir, musk, sandalwood, amber, suede and Peru balsam.

Flowers Spices Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic Resins and balsams

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

355 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

403 votes

Character

Leading answer Traditionally masculine

215 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Excellent value

195 votes

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  1. I absolutely love it – simple and rich, with none of that cheap sweetness found in newer releases or JPG. It brings back memories of the 2000s, when everything smelled wonderful: Paris Hilton, Happy, Perry Ellis 360 Red, Kenneth Cole Reaction, 212… pure nostalgia for a golden era.

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  2. A fresh aroma that smells like a sea breeze or the countryside after rain 😎. It’s not a showstopper; it’s very subtle but noticeable. Excellent as a masculine fragrance – discreet and elegant.

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  3. Very good scent for a price that doesn’t hurt. It’s an affordable, everyday fragrance that’s decent in every way. I wear it for almost everything: day, night, heat and cold (though not in extreme cold). It’s more casual, with a nostalgic touch that suits me perfectly.

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  4. molletmod.73

    A brilliant and cheap masculine scent, one of the best designer options without falling into copies or oddities. It’s a retro neo-fougère with plenty of 80s vibes, a unique smell today, reminiscent of anise absinthe (but not cloying) mixed with fir and lavender that gives it maturity. Moderate performance, lasting around 4–5 hours on skin with a projection of about 10 minutes. At 20–25 euros for 75ml, it’s not bad. Versatile, though there are better options for intense heat. Not for boys under 25, but great for everyone else.

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  5. Smells good, but I notice a sugary touch in the anise note, perhaps due to the amber or musk. I’d prefer they swapped that for mint. Maybe it could be a future flanker. Without a doubt, I’d buy it again.

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  6. Excellent fragrance for daily wear; the scent is very fresh and the longevity is standard. I recommend it for hot days.

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  7. Excellent for everyday wear, a very fresh scent with standard longevity. I especially recommend it for hot days.

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  8. Jorge Torres

    Undoubtedly a good fragrance. It smells clean and fresh, giving the impression that you’re impeccable. Longevity is around 6 hours before fading, but overall it’s good and not cloying. I’ll be buying it again to have two, hehe.

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  9. Jorge Torres

    Undoubtedly a good perfume, clean and fresh, giving the impression that you are impeccable and well-scented. The longevity isn’t great; after about six hours, you start to notice it fading, but overall it’s good. I loved the aroma; it’s not overpowering, so I’ll be buying another one to have two, hehe.

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  10. Very fresh with spices that suit it well, such as ginger and suede. Ideal for everyday use. Since I tried it, it’s become indispensable in my collection. It manages to surprise; although the trail isn’t very wide, it lasts a long time on the skin. Highly recommended.

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  11. Very fresh with spicy notes that elevate it to luxury, such as ginger and suede, making it perfect for everyday wear. Since the first time I tried it, it has become an essential in my collection. It manages to surprise, and although its trail isn’t particularly wide, the longevity on the skin is incredible. Highly recommended.

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  12. Fresh and clean… it gives a sense of freshness and tidiness. It can be worn day or night, for daily use, the office, and why not, even for something romantic. It won’t disappoint.

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  13. I adore this perfume; my boyfriend wears it and I love it. Pity it’s no longer available. It has a citrusy, clean scent that lasts all day.

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  14. This perfume is pleasant but lasts only an hour before disappearing. There’s no trail whatsoever. It costs little, so there must be a reason. Fifteen dollars… a perfume that’s utterly useless… you can only smell it for twenty minutes and then it’s gone.

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  15. The perfume smells nice, but it fades within an hour and leaves no trail. Given the $15 price tag, I understand, but it does nothing for more than 20 minutes.

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  16. A very good purchase if you like the style, especially considering the ridiculously low price. I agree with Marcus’s review. I’d just add that for my nose, it falls into the same category and smells similar, though not identical, to two fragrances I’ve owned: CK MAN and LANCOME HYPNOSE. Two that didn’t fully convince me, but this GUESS is a solid option. It doesn’t stand out in any particular setting or climate, but it delivers more than enough. My price-to-product ratio rating is 8.

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  17. If you like the style and the price is ridiculous, it’s a very good purchase. I agree with Marcus: to my nose, it sits in the same line as CK One and Lancôme’s Hypnose. I didn’t like those, but this Guess is a valid option. It doesn’t stand out anywhere, but it delivers. My price-quality rating is 8.

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  18. Imagine a spray of absinthe, ginger, lavender and amber over sweet suede. The result is a pleasant aroma with an animal touch from the white pepper and musk. It’s sparkling, fresh and elegant; at first it reminds me of Harry Fremont’s best creations. It evolves very well: bright and green for two hours, then sweet with spicy notes for four hours, finishing on that ideal sweet suede for the evening. On my skin it lasts over 10 hours. I recommend it for afternoons at semi-formal events and letting it work until night. I never thought it would surprise me so much, but the quality-price ratio is brilliant, around $25. It’s versatile, though less intense than others, fulfilling the saying ‘less is more’. Safe purchase, an absolute 9.7.

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