III Eau de Parfum bottle III
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1970 Year 1983
££ Price Tier ££
Courreges in Blue Eau de Parfum bottle Courreges in Blue

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - III
Givenchy III is a true masterpiece from the 70s, a sophisticated green chypre that's adored by many for its timeless elegance, though some find its vintage character challenging. A classic for those who appreciate old-school refinement, but be warned, modern palates might need an adjustment.
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Our Verdict - Courreges in Blue
Courreges in Blue is a bold, divisive 80s powerhouse that refuses to be ignored. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent with beast-mode performance, often miscategorised, but undeniably unique. Not for the faint of heart or those who prefer modern subtlety.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 9%
Floral 31% 26%
Fruity 7% 8%
Green 15% 14%
Sweet 17% 16%
Warm 5% 10%
Woody 12% 14%
Earthy 17% 13%
Animalic 3% 5%
Fresh 15% 16%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
III EdP
Courreges in Blue EdP

Notes

Accords

III Courreges in Blue
100%
Green
75%
Aromatic
100%
81%
Woody
99%
87%
Earthy
68%
72%
Floral
76%
72%
Mossy
65%
56%
Fresh
71%
70%
White Floral
70%
58%
Aldehydic
70%
Citrus
67%
100%
Aromatic shared
75%
100%
Woody shared
81%
99%
Earthy shared
87%
68%
Floral shared
72%
76%
Mossy shared
72%
65%
Fresh shared
56%
71%
White Floral shared
70%
70%
Aldehydic shared
58%
70%
67%

Performance

III Courreges in Blue
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

III

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its elegant and sophisticated profile makes it perfect for formal events and date nights. While classic and versatile, its strong character in vintage formulations might be too much for a casual setting or sport, though lighter EDT versions could work for the office.

Courreges in Blue

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, often described as 'beast-mode,' make it unsuitable for office settings. However, its complex blend lends itself well to formal events or cooler weather casual wear, though a light hand is essential due to its intensity.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
89%
Accord
79%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Floral accords and Rose, Peach notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

III
Courreges in Blue
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