Givenchy 2022 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Équivoque

by François Demachy

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Givenchy Équivoque is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by François Demachy. Équivoque opens with Cardamom, and settles into a heart of Cedar and Guaiac Wood. Givenchy's Équivoque carries an Acquired verdict, an oud-led wear.

This isn't for everyone, and good riddance. Équivoque is a divisive, opinionated take on oud and cardamom, offering a dry, serious intensity that some find intoxicatingly powerful and others, frankly, just chemical. Prepare for a love-it-or-hate-it encounter.
  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Edgy
  • Sophisticated
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Équivoque Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Oud
100%
Woody
93%
Warm Spicy
84%
Aromatic
60%
Fresh Spicy
44%

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Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its potent oud and strong projection make it less suitable for a typical office environment or casual wear where subtlety is preferred. However, its serious, elegant character and perceived 'power' elevate it for formal events and even sophisticated date nights, where its bold nature can shine.

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A sharp, aromatic cardamom hits first, quickly giving way to a bone-dry, almost austere woody heart of cedar and guaiac wood. The base introduces a clean, slightly leathery oud that adds depth without overwhelming, creating a refined and controlled woody-spicy profile. It's smoky, yet never heavy, maintaining a deliberate and balanced composition from start to finish.

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