Givenchy 1986 EDP

M ££ Acquired

Xeryus

by Alberto Morillas

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Givenchy Xeryus is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1986, created by Alberto Morillas. Xeryus opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Petitgrain, Sandalwood, and Cypress, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Cedar. Givenchy's Xeryus carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

Givenchy Xeryus is a divisive classic. While some pine for the vintage masterpiece and its sophisticated 80s virility, others find newer formulations to be a pale imitation of its former glory. It's a statement scent, not for the faint-hearted, oozing confident green masculinity.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
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Xeryus Eau de Parfum 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, long-lasting projection makes it less suitable for office wear, where it might overwhelm. However, its sophisticated and rich character, especially in vintage formulations, makes it a strong choice for formal events and dates, conveying a sense of classic elegance.

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
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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 aristocratic blend of invigorating citrus and aromatic lavender opens this scent, quickly ushering in a dignified heart of cypress and geranium, spiced with a hint of cinnamon. The powerful base is where Xeryus truly comes alive, with a prominent oakmoss and vetiver structure, softened by leather, amber, and a mysterious wisp of incense. It's a rich, complex scent that evokes a walk through a commanding, ancient-forest.

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