Envy Eau de Parfum bottle Envy
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
1997 Year 1980
££ Price Tier ££
Eau de Givenchy Eau de Toilette bottle Eau de Givenchy

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Envy
This legendary green floral is a bona fide masterpiece, still highly sought after and painfully missed since its discontinuation. Expect bold freshness, a unique sharp elegance, and compliments galore.
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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.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 18%
Floral 37% 27%
Fruity 12% 8%
Green 10% 11%
Sweet 16% 14%
Warm 0% 0%
Woody 16% 15%
Earthy 11% 11%
Animalic 6% 8%
Fresh 18% 21%

Mood

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

Notes

Accords

Envy Eau de Givenchy
100%
Floral
54%
82%
White Floral
100%
68%
Green
68%
56%
Citrus
67%
60%
Fresh
52%
58%
Woody
57%
56%
Powdery
49%
51%
Fruity
54%
52%
Earthy
Aromatic
51%
Floral shared
100%
54%
White Floral shared
82%
100%
Green shared
68%
68%
Citrus shared
56%
67%
Fresh shared
60%
52%
Woody shared
58%
57%
Powdery shared
56%
49%
Fruity shared
51%
54%
52%
51%

Performance

Envy Eau de Givenchy
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Envy

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its sophisticated green-floral profile with ample projection and longevity makes it suitable for date nights and formal events, commanding attention without being overwhelming. While fresh enough for daytime, its bold character might be a bit much for a very quiet office setting, yet it's excellent for casual 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
91%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
92%
Accord
81%
Key Similarities

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

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Envy
Eau de Givenchy
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