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Private Collection Eau de Parfum bottle Private Collection EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender F
1973 Year 2007
££ Price Tier ££
Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III Eau de Toilette bottle Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Private Collection EDP
A legendary green floral from the 70s, Private Collection is a divisive scent: you'll either love its crisp, retro elegance and confident swagger, or find it a bit too sharp and 'vintage'. It’s an acquired taste for some, but a timeless masterpiece for others.
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Our Verdict - Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III EDT
A subtle chypre reborn and surprisingly wearable for a classic. Givenchy III is a beautifully balanced green floral that manages to be both chic and versatile, despite some die-hard fans mourning the original's punch.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Private Collection EDP
Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Hyacinth 43% vs 46%
Only in Private Collection
Green 57%
Only in Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III
Galbanum 54%

Accords

Private Collection Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III
100%
Green
100%
84%
Floral
74%
58%
Earthy
80%
58%
Mossy
73%
69%
Herbal
Rose
69%
65%
Fresh Spicy
52%
65%
Woody
61%
62%
Aromatic
60%
White Floral
55%
Patchouli
58%
Balsamic
52%
Green shared
100%
100%
Floral shared
84%
74%
Earthy shared
58%
80%
Mossy shared
58%
73%
69%
69%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
52%
Woody shared
65%
61%
62%
White Floral shared
60%
55%
58%
52%

Performance

Private Collection Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Private Collection

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal

Often described as 'professional' and lending 'confidence', its bold green floral character makes it highly suited for office and formal wear. Whilst some find it suitable for summer, its strong sillage and complex profile make it less ideal for casual outings or intimate dates where a subtler scent is often preferred.

Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its subdued projection and elegant, clean green-floral profile make it ideal for office wear and suitable for casual outings. While refined enough for formal events and dates, its lighter touch might be overshadowed by bolder choices, and it's definitely not for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean green, floral, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Private Collection EDP
Les Parfums Mythiques - Givenchy III EDT
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