Gentleman by Givenchy
Brand: Givenchy
Concentration: EDT
Scent overview
Givenchy Gentleman Eau de Toilette is the 2017 woody-floral interpretation for men, pairing pear and aromatic spice with powdery iris, lavender, leather, black vanilla, and patchouli.
Is Gentleman worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot and lavender, iris and patchouli at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and amber.
Scent Score: 51/100 (Fair). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 34, reputation 47, versatility 67, layerability 89 and value 34, each out of 100.
Buyers say it gets compliments. A few say it fades fast. Buyers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 49 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDT · Introduced 2017 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Lavender, Iris, Patchouli, Vetiver, Amber
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Iris
- Patchouli
Base Notes
Occasions: Date Night, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Gentleman by Givenchy belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A modern woody-floral fougère opening with crisp pear, cardamom, and pineapple before powdery iris and lavender settle into leather, black vanilla, and patchouli. Gentleman opens with Bergamot and Lavender. The heart brings Iris and Patchouli. It dries down to Vetiver, Amber, and Cedar.
How to wear Gentleman
On skin, Gentleman by Givenchy has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for date night and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Bleu de Chanel first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Gentleman over the top for oriental complexity. Start with 2 sprays Gentleman : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Gentleman opens with Bergamot and Lavender.
The heart brings Iris and Patchouli.
It dries down to Vetiver, Amber, and Cedar.
What to layer with Gentleman
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli, vetiver, and cedar.
Order: Apply Bleu de Chanel first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Gentleman over the top for oriental complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Terre d'Hermès by Hermès
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli, vetiver, and cedar.
Order: Apply Terre d'Hermès first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Gentleman over the top for oriental complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman : 2 sprays Terre d'Hermès
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lavender, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Fahrenheit first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Gentleman over the top for oriental complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman : 1 spray Fahrenheit
Dior Homme Intense by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, iris, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Gentleman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dior Homme Intense on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman : 2 sprays Dior Homme Intense
Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, patchouli, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Gentleman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nuit d'Issey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman : 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 32/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Tobacco Vanille first — its tobacco depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Gentleman over the top for oriental complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Memoir Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 33/99
Memoir Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Memoir Woman brings a chypre contrast to this oriental scent, and they share vetiver.
Order: Apply Memoir Woman first — its chypre depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Gentleman over the top for oriental complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman : 1 spray Memoir Woman
Related fragrances and why
- Gentleman Society by GivenchyBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Another version of Gentleman from Givenchy.
- Gentleman Eau de Parfum by GivenchyBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Another version of Gentleman from Givenchy.
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include patchouli, vetiver, and cedar.
- Terre d'Hermès by Hermès — Both include patchouli, vetiver, and cedar.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, lavender, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Gentleman?
Gentleman opens with Bergamot and Lavender. The heart brings Iris and Patchouli. It dries down to Vetiver, Amber, and Cedar.
How long does Gentleman last, and how strong is it?
Gentleman by Givenchy has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration.
When should you wear Gentleman?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits date night and casual.
What layers well with Gentleman?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli, vetiver, and cedar. Apply Bleu de Chanel first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Gentleman over the top for oriental complexity. Start with 2 sprays Gentleman : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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