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Oblique PLAY by Givenchy

Givenchy· 2000

Oblique PLAY

8.2385Typically ~$100

Bergamot at first spray; sandalwood is what stays on skin. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

SyntheticCitrusWoodyOrientalGourmand

Perfumer: Jean-Claude Delville

Scent profile

Top notes

Bergamot Gardenia Lemon

Heart notes

Praliné Rose White pepper

Base notes

Sandalwood White musk

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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Formal

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