Givenchy 2017 EDT

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Pi Air

by Alberto Morillas

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Givenchy Pi Air is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017, created by Alberto Morillas. Pi Air opens with Neroli and Ginger, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Lavender, and Rosemary, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Benzoin. Givenchy's Pi Air carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Pi Air is a divisive flanker, praised by some as an effortlessly fresh and versatile scent, while others find it a lacklustre, albeit airier, echo of the original. Expect compliments if it clicks with your skin chemistry, but don't expect it to escape comparisons to laundry detergent.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Modern
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Pi Air Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Neroli58%
Ginger42%
Heartas listed
Lavender35%
Floral Notes34%
Rosemary30%
Baseas listed
Benzoin49%
Musk26%
Cedar25%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, airy, and clean profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and the office, as many reviews highlight its 'office friendly' nature. While not a 'beast mode' performer, its gentle sillage and satisfying longevity mean it can still be noticed without being overwhelming, making it versatile across multiple settings.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Pi Air opens with a bright and airy burst of neroli and ginger, offering a fresh, almost sparkling introduction. The heart unfolds into a clean, aromatic blend of lavender and floral notes, underpinned by a hint of rosemary, creating a soft, subtly spicy appeal. The dry-down settles into a comforting base of musky cedar and benzoin, lending a gentle sweetness that's reminiscent of clean laundry or a freshly powdered baby, with a lingering warmth that's far from cloying.

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