L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge by Givenchy

Brand: Givenchy

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Designed for women drawn to a bold Oriental Floral composition, it opens with the vivid contrast of Ginger and Blood Orange. Tuberose, Jasmine, and Pimento Leaf unfold into a grounded base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vetiver.

Is L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge worth it?

How it smells: Opens with ginger and blood orange, tuberose and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and patchouli.

Scent Score: 76/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, versatility 79, layerability 33 and value 89, each out of 100.

Buyers say it lasts long, gets compliments and smells sexy. Hardly any complaints. Buyers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 32 FragranceNet reviews.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2021 · Women

Key accords: Ginger, Blood Orange, Tuberose, Jasmine, Pimento Leaf, Sandalwood

Top Notes

  • Ginger
  • Blood Orange

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Occasions: evening, nighttime, date night, special occasion

Seasons: Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge by Givenchy belongs to the oriental floral fragrance family. L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge opens with Ginger and Blood Orange. The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Pimento Leaf. It dries down to Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vetiver.

How to wear L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge

On skin, L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge by Givenchy has excellent longevity, strong projection, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, nighttime, date night, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Black Orchid by Tom Ford. Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Orchid on top for oriental floral lift. Start with 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 2 sprays Black Orchid and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge opens with Ginger and Blood Orange.

The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Pimento Leaf.

It dries down to Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vetiver.

What to layer with L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge

  • Tom Ford Black Orchid bottle

    Black Orchid by Tom Ford

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    Strong Match · 82/99

    Both are oriental floral fragrances, and they share jasmine, sandalwood, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Orchid on top for oriental floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 2 sprays Black Orchid

  • Amouage Interlude Woman bottle

    Interlude Woman by Amouage

    Good With Adjustments · 79/99

    Both are oriental floral fragrances, and they share ginger, jasmine, and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Woman on top for oriental floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 2 sprays Interlude Woman

  • Chanel N°5 Parfum bottle

    N°5 Parfum by Chanel

    Good With Adjustments · 73/99

    N°5 Parfum brings a floral contrast to this oriental floral scent, and they share jasmine, sandalwood, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer N°5 Parfum on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 1 spray N°5 Parfum

  • Mugler Alien Goddess bottle

    Alien Goddess by Mugler

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    Good With Adjustments · 73/99

    Both are oriental floral fragrances, and they share jasmine.

    Order: Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Alien Goddess on top for oriental floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 2 sprays Alien Goddess

  • Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Noir Rose bottle

    For Her Musc Noir Rose by Narciso Rodriguez

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    Good With Adjustments · 73/99

    Both are oriental floral fragrances, and they share tuberose.

    Order: Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her Musc Noir Rose on top for oriental floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 2 sprays For Her Musc Noir Rose

Pairings to approach with care

  • Yves Saint Laurent Babycat bottle

    Babycat by Yves Saint Laurent

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

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

    Order: Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Babycat on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 1 spray Babycat

  • Mugler Alien bottle

    Alien by Mugler

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

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

    Order: Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Alien on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 1 spray Alien

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge?

L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge opens with Ginger and Blood Orange. The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Pimento Leaf. It dries down to Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vetiver.

How long does L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge last, and how strong is it?

L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge by Givenchy has excellent longevity, strong projection, EDP concentration.

When should you wear L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge?

It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, nighttime, date night, and special occasion.

What layers well with L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge?

Black Orchid by Tom Ford is its strongest match (82% compatibility). Both are oriental floral fragrances, and they share jasmine, sandalwood, and patchouli. Apply L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Orchid on top for oriental floral lift. Start with 2 sprays L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge : 2 sprays Black Orchid.

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