Givenchy 2015 EDP

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Gaiac Mystique

by Irène Farmachidi

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Givenchy Gaiac Mystique is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Irène Farmachidi. Gaiac Mystique opens with Iris, settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean and Incense. Givenchy's Gaiac Mystique carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive scent where some find it a sophisticated, creamy iris-wood dream, others are let down by its sweetness and lack of impact. Best sampled before committing to a full bottle, especially if you're not keen on sweet powdery accords or liquorice notes.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Cozy
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Gaiac Mystique Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Iris100%
Heartas listed
Guaiac Wood100%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean62%
Incense38%

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:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage and subtle nature make it suitable for office and casual wear without being intrusive. While elegant enough for formal events, it truly shines on a date night or relaxed evening, offering a sensual yet discreet presence.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

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

Gaiac Mystique opens with a soft, powdery iris, almost immediately blending into the creamy, distinctive warmth of guaiac wood. As it evolves, the comforting sweetness of tonka bean emerges, wrapped in a subtle, smoky veil of incense. It's a gentle, ethereal woody-amber scent with a refined, soft-focus feel, like being enveloped in luxurious cashmere.

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