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| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2008 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Vétiver d'Hiver
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Givenchy Play is a fresh, clean, and broadly appealing scent that sadly vanished before its time. It's a genuine crowd-pleaser, delivering compliments galore, but its weak performance meant it was only ever a fleeting pleasure.
Vétiver d'Hiver is a sophisticated citrus-vetiver that smells incredible but suffers from weak performance. It's a gorgeous, albeit fleeting, experience that most agree is overpriced for its longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 27% | 30% |
| Floral | 5% | 5% |
| Fruity | 4% | 5% |
| Green | 5% | 8% |
| Sweet | 11% | 7% |
| Warm | 13% | 22% |
| Woody | 25% | 20% |
| Earthy | 28% | 19% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 12% | 20% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh citrus and subtle warmth make it highly versatile for casual wear and daily activities. While pleasant for office or date settings, its weak projection means it'll mostly be appreciated up close, and it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings. However, its poor longevity and projection mean it might struggle for impact on a date or formal event, despite its elegant scent profile. The citrus and aromatic accords lend themselves well to daytime settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Vetiver, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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