Givenchy 2021 EDT

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Gentleman Intense

by Nathalie Lorson , Olivier Cresp

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Givenchy Gentleman Intense is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp. Gentleman Intense opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, and Basil, settles into a heart of Cypress and Iris, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Coumarin. Givenchy's Gentleman Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A fresh but powdery iris-woody blend that stands apart in the designer world, Gentleman Eau de Toilette Intense is refined, understated, and quietly confident. Perfectly balanced for the modern gentleman.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Fresh
  • Confident
  • Elegant
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Gentleman Intense Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom37%
Basil33%
Bergamot30%
Heartas listed
Iris52%
Cypress48%
Baseas listed
Coumarin53%
Cedar47%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Winter

The aromatic-fresh opening and powdery iris heart suit cool spring and crisp fall days, while woody and spicy facets give enough presence for winter. It is less suited to peak summer heat due to its richer, powdery base.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection, refined iris, and spicy-woody backbone make it versatile for office, dates, and smart-casual settings. It is a bit too polished for sport but works well for both business and romantic contexts.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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 Intense opens with a cool rush of cardamom, basil, and bergamot, soon enveloped by the smooth, powdery elegance of iris and cypress. The drydown settles into a blend of creamy cedar, coumarin, and a subtle vanilla sweetness, evoking a modern, clean masculinity. Aromatic freshness and spicy nuances are woven together atop a plush woody base, offering depth without heaviness. The result is a fragrance that feels both composed and effortlessly stylish, equally at home in sharp tailoring or smart-casual attire.

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