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L'Interdit by Givenchy

Givenchy· 1957· Eau de Parfum

L'Interdit

7.911KTypically ~$120

“Aldehydes and powdery jasmine-iris, made for Audrey Hepburn — literally. Vintage charm-school elegance, nothing like the modern remake's sweetness.”

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Perfumer: Francis Fabron

Scent profile

Top notes

Aldehydes Peach Bergamot Mandarin orange Strawberry

Heart notes

Jasmine Lily of the valley Narcissus

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When to wear it

A spring fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

74%

Spring

100%

Summer

89%

Fall

88%

Day

100%

Night

80%

Where

Office

90%

Casual

100%

Date

94%

Club

60%

Formal

89%

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Sport

55%