Givenchy 1959 EDT

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Eau de Vetyver

by Jean Guichard , Francis Fabron

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Givenchy Eau de Vetyver is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1959, created by Jean Guichard and Francis Fabron. Eau de Vetyver opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Vetiver and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Sandalwood. Givenchy's Eau de Vetyver carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is *the* benchmark vetiver for good reason - it's a sophisticated, dark and unapologetically serious scent with a timeless quality. Forget your soapy, light vetivers; this is deep, earthy, and speaks of quiet confidence, even if some found its projection a bit lacking.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Subtle
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Eau de Vetyver Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Vetiver51%
Coriander49%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood51%
Cedar49%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Fall Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal

Its refined woody and aromatic character makes it ideal for formal events and date nights, where its subdued projection ensures elegance without overpowering. While too serious for casual wear, it can work in an office setting for someone who enjoys a classic, understated scent.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a fleeting flash of bergamot, quickly giving way to the star: a profound, rooty vetiver. This isn't grassy or sharp; it's dense, earthy, and almost spicy thanks to a clever touch of coriander. The dry down is a masterclass in classic woody elegance, with creamy sandalwood and sturdy cedar providing a smooth, grounded finish that lingers beautifully.

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