Irresistible by Givenchy

Brand: Givenchy

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Sparkling pear and ambrette open onto luscious rose and iris butter over cedarwood and blond woods. A fresh, radiant rose.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2020 · Women

Key accords: Pear, Ambrette, Rose, Iris, Cedarwood, Blonde Woods

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Cedarwood
  • Blonde Woods

Occasions: Daytime, Office, Date

Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall

Fragrance overview

Irresistible by Givenchy belongs to the floral fragrance family. Sparkling pear and ambrette open onto luscious rose and iris butter over cedarwood and blond woods. A fresh, radiant rose. Irresistible opens with Pear and Ambrette. The heart brings Rose and Iris. It dries down to Cedarwood and Blonde Woods.

How to wear Irresistible

On skin, Irresistible by Givenchy has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for daytime, office, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Absinthe Boréale by Maison Crivelli. Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Absinthe Boréale on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Irresistible : 2 sprays Absinthe Boréale and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Irresistible opens with Pear and Ambrette.

The heart brings Rose and Iris.

It dries down to Cedarwood and Blonde Woods.

What to layer with Irresistible

  • Maison Crivelli Absinthe Boréale bottle

    Absinthe Boréale by Maison Crivelli

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris and cedarwood.

    Order: Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Absinthe Boréale on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Irresistible : 2 sprays Absinthe Boréale

  • Amouage Dia Man bottle

    Dia Man by Amouage

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and iris.

    Order: Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dia Man on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Irresistible : 2 sprays Dia Man

  • Prada Marienbad bottle

    Marienbad by Prada

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris and cedarwood.

    Order: Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Marienbad on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Irresistible : 2 sprays Marienbad

  • BDK Mémoires de Cuir bottle

    Mémoires de Cuir by BDK

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and iris.

    Order: Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mémoires de Cuir on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Irresistible : 2 sprays Mémoires de Cuir

  • Ex Nihilo Citizen X bottle

    Citizen X by Ex Nihilo

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris and cedarwood.

    Order: Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Citizen X on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Irresistible : 2 sprays Citizen X

Pairings to approach with care

  • Montale Arabians Tonka bottle

    Arabians Tonka by Montale

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Arabians Tonka has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Arabians Tonka brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Arabians Tonka on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Irresistible : 1 spray Arabians Tonka

  • Mancera Red Tobacco bottle

    Red Tobacco by Mancera

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Red Tobacco has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Red Tobacco brings a spicy contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Red Tobacco on top for spicy lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Irresistible : 1 spray Red Tobacco

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Irresistible?

Irresistible opens with Pear and Ambrette. The heart brings Rose and Iris. It dries down to Cedarwood and Blonde Woods.

How long does Irresistible last, and how strong is it?

Irresistible by Givenchy has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Irresistible?

It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits daytime, office, and date.

What layers well with Irresistible?

Absinthe Boréale by Maison Crivelli is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris and cedarwood. Apply Irresistible first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Absinthe Boréale on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Irresistible : 2 sprays Absinthe Boréale.

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