by Guess
Guess 1981 Indigo for Women is a quietly distinctive, aquatic-fresco-woody perfume with a delicate fig note that mingles with sea spray, red wine, and iris. It unfolds gradually, revealing itself as a light, cool, and salty-sweet composition that feels both modern and slightly nostalgic—like a quiet moment by a Mediterranean sea at dusk. The fragrance lingers close to the skin with a subtle, skin-scent intimacy. It's most effective in warm weather, where its clean, slightly spicy, and faintly boozy qualities shine, particularly on radiant skin. While most users appreciate its originality and affordability, few report strong projection or lasting power—most agree it’s a personal, fleeting scent best worn casually or as a transitional-day perfume. Its performance is inconsistent, with many noting short longevity even on skin, though it lingers longer on clothes. A few find it faint or undetectable, while others mistake its initial faintness as a flaw or waste of effort. Individual skin chemistry plays a significant role in how much is perceived, and some complain of an overly sweet or medicinal fig, s checkroot note. Despite this, many describe it as unexpectedly addictive after repeated wear.