Givenchy 2013 EDT

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Gentlemen Only

by Jean Jacques

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Givenchy Gentlemen Only is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Jean Jacques. Gentlemen Only opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Birch, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Cedar, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Violet Leaf, and dries down to a base of Musk and Incense. Givenchy's Gentlemen Only carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a wonderfully understated modern classic. Forget the performance whingers; Gentlemen Only is a fresh, woody powerhouse that quietly commands attention. A true hidden gem for those in the know, easily signature-worthy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Masculine
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Gentlemen Only 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
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 Summer Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its clean, fresh, and refined woody profile makes it perfect for the office without being overbearing. While some report poor longevity, many find its performance acceptable for daily wear or date nights, where its intimate sillage is a plus. It's versatile enough for most settings where a sophisticated, non-shouty presence is desired.

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
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

An inviting rush of zesty mandarin and pink pepper gives way to a sophisticated heart, where clean violet leaf intertwines with robust vetiver and earthy patchouli. The dry down settles into a subtle, smoky musk deepened by a hint of warm incense, creating a balanced and refined aroma that feels both fresh and grounded.

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