Gentleman Eau de Parfum by Givenchy

Brand: Givenchy

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Bergamot, black pepper and lavender open onto cinnamon, clove and iris over benzoin, black vanilla, patchouli and tonka. Spiced iris and vanilla woods by Olivier Cresp and Nathalie Lorson.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2018 · Men

Key accords: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Lavender, Cinnamon, Clove, Iris

Top Notes

Heart Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Clove
  • Iris

Base Notes

Occasions: Evening, Date, Office

Seasons: Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Gentleman Eau de Parfum by Givenchy belongs to the woody fragrance family. Bergamot, black pepper and lavender open onto cinnamon, clove and iris over benzoin, black vanilla, patchouli and tonka. Spiced iris and vanilla woods by Olivier Cresp and Nathalie Lorson. Gentleman Eau de Parfum opens with Bergamot, Black Pepper, and Lavender. The heart brings Cinnamon, Clove, and Iris. It dries down to Benzoin, Black Vanilla, Patchouli, Tolu Balsam, and Tonka Bean.

How to wear Gentleman Eau de Parfum

On skin, Gentleman Eau de Parfum by Givenchy has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Gentleman Eau de Parfum opens with Bergamot, Black Pepper, and Lavender.

The heart brings Cinnamon, Clove, and Iris.

It dries down to Benzoin, Black Vanilla, Patchouli, Tolu Balsam, and Tonka Bean.

What to layer with Gentleman Eau de Parfum

  • Dior Miss Dior bottle

    Miss Dior by Dior

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, benzoin, and tonka bean.

    Order: Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Miss Dior

  • Viktor & Rolf Flower Bomb bottle

    Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Flower Bomb

  • Amouage Interlude Man bottle

    Interlude Man by Amouage

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Interlude Man

  • Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male bottle

    Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lavender, and cinnamon.

    Order: Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Le Male

  • Tom Ford Lost Cherry bottle

    Lost Cherry by Tom Ford

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, benzoin, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Lost Cherry

Pairings to approach with care

  • Commodity Rain bottle

    Rain by Commodity

    Not Recommended · 33/99

    Gentleman Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Rain brings an aquatic contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot.

    Order: Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rain on top for aquatic lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Rain

  • Maison Asrar Legacy bottle

    Legacy by Maison Asrar

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    Not Recommended · 34/99

    Gentleman Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Legacy brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot.

    Order: Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Legacy on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Legacy

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Gentleman Eau de Parfum?

Gentleman Eau de Parfum opens with Bergamot, Black Pepper, and Lavender. The heart brings Cinnamon, Clove, and Iris. It dries down to Benzoin, Black Vanilla, Patchouli, Tolu Balsam, and Tonka Bean.

How long does Gentleman Eau de Parfum last, and how strong is it?

Gentleman Eau de Parfum by Givenchy has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Gentleman Eau de Parfum?

It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and office.

What layers well with Gentleman Eau de Parfum?

Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, benzoin, and tonka bean. Apply Gentleman Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Gentleman Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Miss Dior.

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