Givenchy 2017 EDT

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Gentleman

by Olivier Cresp , Nathalie Lorson

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Givenchy Gentleman is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017, created by Olivier Cresp and Nathalie Lorson. Gentleman opens with Cardamom, Pear, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Iris, Lavender, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Leather, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Givenchy's Gentleman carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Gentleman Eau de Toilette blends crisp pear and powdery iris with a warm, subtly leathery base, projecting understated elegance and contemporary masculinity. A perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and refinement.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Romantic
  • Subtle
  • Clean
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Gentleman Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The powdery iris, sweet pear, and warm vanilla-leather base make it versatile, but its richness and gentle warmth shine in spring and fall. It remains wearable in cooler summers and mild winters, but may feel heavy in extreme heat.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and soft, modern elegance are perfect for office or date nights, balancing character with approachability. Too refined for sport and not quite opulent enough for black tie formal events.

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

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Gentleman Eau de Toilette by Givenchy introduces a bright, juicy pear opening laced with lively cardamom, soon enveloped by a plush, powdery iris heart. Lavender and geranium add aromatic lift, while the base is elegantly anchored by supple leather, earthy patchouli, and smooth black vanilla husk. The scent feels both modern and timeless, offering a gentle warmth and refined sweetness that make it approachable yet distinctive. Its softly spicy, powdery character and moderate projection create an aura of confident, quiet sophistication.

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