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Givenchy Gentleman by Givenchy

Givenchy· 1974· Eau de Toilette

Givenchy Gentleman

7.9493Typically ~$85

Honey and bergamot up top, drying down to patchouli and leather. Best in fall, made for dates.

SpicyLeatheryWoodyEarthyAnimal

Perfumer: Paul Léger

Scent profile

Top notes

Honey Bergamot Cinnamon Lemon Rose

Heart notes

Patchouli Cedar Jasmine Orris root

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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Base notes

Patchouli Leather Oakmoss Musk Amber Vanilla Vetiver

When to wear it

A fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for date nights and formal occasions.

FallNightDate nights

When

Winter

90%

Spring

67%

Summer

50%

Fall

100%

Day

84%

Night

100%

Where

Office

77%

Casual

88%

Date

100%

Club

66%

Formal

90%

Performance

Longevitymoderate

Sillagemoderate

Season & occasion fit is derived by Fragr from this fragrance’s accords and notes (100% = its strongest setting). Longevity and sillage reflect community reports.

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Sport

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