The well known Italian fashion house Gucci is synonymous with elegance and luxury. Best known for high end fashion and leather goods, the brand was founded by Guccio Gucci in 1921 and continues to gain in popularity almost one hundred years later.Â
And while a wardrobe full of Gucci shoes and clothing is off limits for many of us due to the high price tag, fragrance can be a great way to infuse that Gucci status and sophistication into your everyday life at a cost that is well within reach.Â
Gucci has scents suited for every mood and occasion, whether you’ll feeling bold and sophisticated as you head into a client meeting, or seductive and sensual on Saturday night. Some of these scents are newly introduced, while others are already modern classics.Â
With that in mind, here are our top picks for the best Gucci perfume.
Our Top Pick
Gucci by Gucci for Women Eau de Parfum Spray
The ultimate classic, this decadent scent is a heady mix of ripe fruit and lush botanicals. Suitable for day or evening, tropical guava is the opener, Haitian Tiare flower is the heart, and the base is a rich blend of musk, patchouli and honey. This scent was launched in 2007 with advertisements directed by David Lynch and featuring the song “Heart of Glass” by the legendary band Blondie. The amber and gold bottle is classic Gucci, with a subtle stripe and gold charm, and would look beautiful on any woman’s dresser. This fragrance was planned to be the main woman’s scent from Gucci, and it’s easy to see why.
Other Great Picks
Guilty by Gucci for Women Eau de Toilette Spray
This popular Gucci scent combines floral and fruity notes of mandarin, pink pepper, peach, lilac, geranium, amber and patchouli. While the name may suggest something different and perhaps a bit naughty, Guilty is suitable for the office or a casual outing because the scent is subtle and doesn’t overpower. That same subtle nature also makes it slightly seductive, encouraging that special someone to come just a little closer. Guilty was introduced in 2010 with an advertising campaign featuring singer and actress Evan Rachel Wood. The clean, elegant black and gold packaging and gold bottle only add to the appeal of this highly versatile scent.
Gucci Bamboo Eau de Parfum Spray for Women
Named for an already existing line of accessories, this fragrance in meant to reflect confidence and femininity. It is a woody floral, opening with citrusy bergamot. The heart is ylang-ylang, orange blossom and Casablanca lily, leading to an intense and more earthy base of amber, sandalwood and Tahitian vanilla. This classic was blended by Ilias Ermenidis. Once again, the packaging and bottle are just as beautiful and sophisticated as the scent they contain, reflecting the fragrance’s namesake line of accessories. This scent makes a lovely gift for someone special. Or for yourself of course!
Gucci Bloom Eau de Parfum Spray for Women
This scent was blended by master perfumer Alberto Morillas and captures the scent of a thriving garden in the humid heart of the summer when everything is lush, green and thriving. Floral and feminine, this fragrance is a blend of white flowers such as samba jasmine and tuberose, as well as the more woody scent of orris root. What truly makes it unique is the Chinese honeysuckle, a red flowered vine that is native to India. The bottle is a beautiful shade of blush, accented with black and white. The look is modern and feminine, reflective of the scent it contains.
Gucci Rush by Gucci for Women Eau de Toilette Spray
This standout from Tom Ford is best described as an “oriental floral.” It’s a blend of exotic florals that is perfect for a elegant night out. Starting with top notes of gardenia and freesia, it has a heart of jasmine, Turkish rose and coriander, blending floral with spice. Lingering base notes are vanilla, patchouli and vetiver. The standout intense red packaging and even the name are perfectly suited to this mysterious and unique fragrance designed for the sophisticated modern woman. Gucci’s second perfume for women, Rush was first introduced in 1999. This luscious fragrance is one that continues to stand the test of time.
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Toilette Spray
Sweet and light, this white floral scent is gorgeously feminine. While gardenia is of course prominent, this fragrance also has hints of berries and pear. This scent is part of a collection called Flora by Gucci that was highly anticipated before its release in 2012. The collection includes five blossoms that appeared on a legendary scarf designed for Princess Grace of Monaco. The other blooms were Glorious Mandarin, Gracious Tuberose, Glamorous Magnolia and Generous Violet. As always, the packaging perfectly suits the fragrance it contains. The dusty pink box has a beautiful floral design and the clear bottle with unusual clear stopper shows off the beautiful pink Eau de Toilette.
Gucci Premier Eau de Toilette Mini Splash for Women
It’s no surprise to learn that this iconic fragrance was inspired timeless Hollywood glamour and the beautiful gowns in the Gucci couture collection shown at the Cannes Film Festival in 2010. This fragrance was designed to celebrate the star in every women and it does just that, starting with luxurious top notes of bergamot and orange blossom. The heart of the scent is a musky mix of intense white flowers with a warm and familiar base of leather and wood. As elegant as the gowns that inspired it, this scent is best saved for evening fuctions. As always, the packaging is as memorable as the fragrance it contains, with a subtle Gucci stripe and dangling charm, all in gold.
Gucci Guilty Intense Eau de Parfum Spray for Women
A twist on Gucci’s original Guilty, this scent is a warm oriental floral. Gucci Intense opens with notes of mandarin and pink pepper, with violet, lilac and heliotrope at the core. The base is a grounding blend of patchouli and amber. All in all, the notes are similar to the original Guilty, they are just intensified in this blend, making it more suitable for a hot date than a day at the office. First launched in 2011, this blend was created by Aurellien Guichard. The clean, sophisticated packaging and sleek gold bottle echo that of the original as well.
Gucci Bloom Acqua di Flori Eau de Toilet Spray for Women
Youthful, energetic and fresh are words that come to mind when describing this scent. While it still contains the original spicy floral blend of tuberose, jasmine and Chinese honeysuckle, it is made fresher by adding some green notes. The lingering base nots are woody and musky. Like the original Bloom introduced a year earlier, Acqua Fiori was blended by master perfumer Alberto Morillas. Inspired by friendships between women, Acqua Fiori is perfect for daytime outings like Sunday brunch or lunch and shopping with the girls. The beautiful blush bottle echoes that of the original Bloom, with the addition of a delicate green floral design.
Gucci II Eau de Parfum Spray for Women
This light and flirty scent has been popular since 2004, and it’s no wonder. This highly rated fruity floral blend is perfect for everyday wear. Never overpowering, this one is as perfect for the office as it is for brunch or a casual movie date. The top notes include orange, black currant and mandarin, while the heart is violet, blackberry and jasmine. Lingering base notes are heliotrope, musk and cedar to round things out. The pink Eau de Parfum in a classically styled bottle will look beautiful and feminine on any woman’s dressing table.
And there you have it…our top ten picks for Gucci perfumes. With this list, any woman can bring a touch (or several) of the iconic Italian fashion house into her life at a reasonable price. With scents suitable for everything from a day at the office to a romantic date night, these upscale fragrances are a wonderful way to elevate the everyday!
How We Chose
Something as personal as fragrance can be highly subjective, so choosing the top Gucci perfumes is a little different than choosing the best dishwasher or snow blower.
That being said, we made sure to include a variety of fragrances with different notes, from fruity floral blends to lush orientals. There are plenty to choose from for various moods and occasions. Most as well suited for every day use while a few are best reserved for a glamorous night out.Â
We also looked for fragrances with excellent reviews. Many of these perfumes have been top sellers for many years, truly standing the test of time. A few are new introductions.
Visual appeal is all part of what makes a designer perfume attractive, and that was taken into account as well. As you would expect from a major fashion house, each of these fragrances has a beautiful bottle that reflects the mood of the scent it contains, and will look lovely on top of a dresser or vanity.
What To Look For
When selecting any type of fragrance, it is important to remember that fragrance oils will react to your individual body chemistry, including your unique blend of pheromones. What this means is that the same scent may appear different on you than it does on your sister, best friend or coworker.Â
All of our picks are either a Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette. An Eau de Parfum will have a higher concentration of the aromatic oils, making it longer lasting. A spritz while getting ready in the morning should last through the work day without completely disappearing. Eau de Toilette may need to be applied more frequently, which is appealing to some women who like to refresh throughout the day.
Another difference is that Eau de Parfum will typically be heavier on the middle notes, while Eau de Toilette will emphasize the lighter top notes.
When choosing a scent online, pay attention to the description. What do you find most appealing? Floral, fruity, woodsy? Where are you planning to wear the perfume? Many women like to have a variety of scents to choose from depending on the occasion, while others like to have one signature scent that they are known for. The drawback of having a signature scent is that you can eventually become so accustomed to it that you no longer notice it on yourself.
Visual appeal is important as well. Sometimes its not just the fragrance itself…the packaging and bottle add to the allure, especially with designer scents like these. Chose something that appeals to more than just your sense of smell. Just looking at a pretty bottle can lift your mood even before you spritz yourself.
