Card A shareable image comparing these two fragrances - verdicts, profiles and what they share. Save or copy it to post anywhere.
Gentleman Eau de Parfum bottle Gentleman EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2018 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Francis Eau de Parfum bottle Francis EDP

ScentArt

View Liquid → Gentleman EDP
View Liquid → Francis EDP

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gentleman EDP
A refined and charismatic take on the modern woody-amber theme, blending smooth iris and spicy vanilla for a scent that's as inviting as it is magnetic. Effortlessly masculine, rich, and memorable.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Francis EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Givenchy - Gentleman Eau de Parfum - a warm spicy fragrance led by Bergamot, Lavender, Black Pepper, with citrus depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
Favourite

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Gentleman EDP
Francis EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pepper 37% vs 28%
Lavender 34% vs 33%
Bergamot 28% vs 37%
Shared Notes
Orris 35% vs 28%
Clove 32% vs 38%
Cinnamon 31% vs 33%
Shared Notes
Tolu Balsam 21% vs 23%
Tonka Bean 20% vs 30%
Benzoin 19% vs 26%
Patchouli 18% vs 19%
Only in Gentleman
Vanilla 21%

Accords

Gentleman Francis
95%
Warm Spicy
90%
80%
Amber
Citrus
78%
70%
Powdery
54%
28%
Aromatic
66%
50%
Sweet
42%
50%
Balsamic
35%
Earthy
Warm Spicy shared
95%
90%
80%
78%
Powdery shared
70%
54%
Aromatic shared
28%
66%
Sweet shared
50%
42%
50%
35%

Performance

Gentleman Francis
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Gentleman

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The warm spicy, vanilla, and amber notes thrive in cool to cold weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its richness works for early spring but can be cloying in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

The inviting, sensual character and moderate projection make it perfect for date nights and evenings out, while its smoothness is sophisticated enough for formal events. It's less suited for office or sports due to its potency.

Francis

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The warm spicy character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its warm spicy, citrus signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, powdery, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Gentleman EDP
Francis EDP
also worth checking

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Compare Another Pair

VS