Zan Eau de Parfum bottle Zan
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
- Year 1980
£ Price Tier ££
Eau de Givenchy Eau de Toilette bottle Eau de Givenchy

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Zan
If you're after a loud, unapologetic floral-fruity, Zan delivers. It's a scent that knows how to make an entrance, grabbing attention with its bold, slightly retro charm. Not for the faint of heart, but brilliant if you want to stand out.
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Our Verdict - Eau de Givenchy
A divisive classic that's either a beautiful, fresh chypre or a fleeting, strangely dated floral. If you can find a good vintage bottle, it's a nostalgic trip back to sophisticated spring gardens, but don't expect it to land with everyone.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 18% 18%
Floral 28% 27%
Fruity 12% 8%
Green 9% 11%
Sweet 16% 14%
Warm 6% 0%
Woody 13% 15%
Earthy 10% 11%
Animalic 6% 8%
Fresh 23% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Zan EdP
Eau de Givenchy EdT

Notes

Accords

Zan Eau de Givenchy
100%
Floral
54%
69%
White Floral
100%
91%
Woody
57%
90%
Citrus
67%
74%
Powdery
49%
70%
Green
68%
67%
Amber
63%
Fruity
54%
61%
Fresh
52%
Aromatic
51%
Floral shared
100%
54%
White Floral shared
69%
100%
Woody shared
91%
57%
Citrus shared
90%
67%
Powdery shared
74%
49%
Green shared
70%
68%
67%
Fruity shared
63%
54%
Fresh shared
61%
52%
51%

Performance

Zan Eau de Givenchy
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Zan

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold floral-fruity profile and strong projection make it excellent for dates and casual outings where making an impression is key. While too assertive for a quiet office, it can work for formal events if applied subtly, adding a touch of playful confidence.

Eau de Givenchy

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and understated character makes it perfect for office wear and casual outings, as many reviewers note its 'soft' and 'inoffensive' nature. While its vintage elegance could suit some formal events, its 'eau' quality means it might lack the intensity for truly grand occasions. The invigorating green and citrus notes mean it's also a surprisingly good fit for sport, offering a fresh uplift.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
87%
Accord
80%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Green, Citrus accords and Rose, Lily Of The Valley notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Zan
Eau de Givenchy
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