Givenchy 2016 EDP

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Gentlemen Only Absolute

by Jean Jacques

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Givenchy Gentlemen Only Absolute is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Jean Jacques. Gentlemen Only Absolute opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Vanilla. Givenchy's Gentlemen Only Absolute carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This discontinued gem is a creamy, spicy-sweet winter warmer that's absolutely adored by its fans. While some call it a 'less refined' Spicebomb, many crown it superior - a shame it's so hard to find.
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  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Masculine
  • Edgy
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Gentlemen Only Absolute Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Cinnamon41%
Nutmeg34%
Saffron25%
Baseas listed
Vanilla55%
Sandalwood45%

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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warm, spicy-sweet profile and average projection make it ideal for dates and evening gatherings over crowded office settings. The smooth, refined character also suits formal winter events, though it's too much for active wear.

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

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 bright citrus kick from bergamot, quickly followed by a plush, warm onslaught of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a leathery saffron. The heart unfolds into a smooth, creamy vanilla and sandalwood embrace, creating a sophisticated and inviting aroma. It's elegantly sweet, never cloying, with a refined oriental backbone perfect for cooler climes.

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