Givenchy 2003 EDT

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Very Irrésistible

by Dominique Ropion , Sophie Labbé , Carlos Benaïm

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Givenchy Very Irrésistible is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2003, created by Dominique Ropion, Sophie Labbé, and Carlos Benaïm. Very Irrésistible opens with Lemon Verbena, Lemon, and Star Anise, settles into a heart of Cassia, Rose, Taif Rose, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Musk and Patchouli. Givenchy's Very Irrésistible carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A sparkling, rose-forward floral with a twist of anise that feels effortless, lively, and modern - perfect for those who want to feel radiant and feminine without heaviness.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Romantic
  • Modern
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Very Irrésistible Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Star Anise53%
Lemon Verbena26%
Lemon21%
Heartas listed
Rose28%
Peony19%
Magnolia17%
Taif Rose14%
Rose12%
Violet6%
Cassia5%
Baseas listed
Patchouli69%
Musk31%

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
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

The radiant rose, citrus, and green notes make this especially uplifting and luminous in spring and summer, while the transparent floral base limits its impact in cold weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

The fresh, sparkling floral profile is versatile for office, daywear, and romantic settings, but its gentle sillage and lack of heaviness make it less suited to formal or sporty occasions.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), LINALOOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, COUMARIN, BHT, CITRONELLOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, TOCOPHEROL, CITRAL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, ISOEUGENOL, FARNESOL

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

2 other shops' lists name the same allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Very Irrésistible Eau de Toilette is an exuberant celebration of roses, brightened with luminous lemon verbena and a distinctive touch of star anise. The heart is a vivid bouquet of peony and magnolia, while the signature rose accord is airy and sparkling rather than dense. A whisper of patchouli and soft musks lend gentle support, but the overall effect is breezy, uplifting, and stylishly French. Effortless, charming, and addictive, this is a floral for those who crave freshness and character in equal measure.

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Where to buy

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