Givenchy 2008 EDT

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Play

by Émilie Coppermann , Lucas Sieuzac

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Givenchy Play is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Émilie Coppermann and Lucas Sieuzac. Play opens with Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Amyris, Pepper, Coffee, and Tobacco Blossom, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Patchouli. Givenchy's Play carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Givenchy Play is a fresh, clean, and broadly appealing scent that sadly vanished before its time. It's a genuine crowd-pleaser, delivering compliments galore, but its weak performance meant it was only ever a fleeting pleasure.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Playful
  • Casual
  • Modern
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Play 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
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh citrus and subtle warmth make it highly versatile for casual wear and daily activities. While pleasant for office or date settings, its weak projection means it'll mostly be appreciated up close, and it lacks the gravitas for 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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange

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

Imagine a vibrant burst of bitter orange and grapefruit, sparkling with bergamot, leading into an unexpected heart of subtle coffee and peppery warmth. This intriguing blend then settles into a soft, woody base of vetiver and patchouli, creating a scent that's both invigorating and comforting, with a delicate hint of aromatic spice.

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