The Perfume Library

Very Irrésistible Givenchy for Men Fresh Attitude

7.1

Givenchy · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Givenchy Very Irrésistible Givenchy for Men Fresh Attitude is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent that leans towards spring and summer and easygoing daily wear; it has been discontinued. The top is mint, coriander, grapefruit and bergamot, which reads bright and slightly bitter at first. Lavender and basil in the heart strengthen the green side, and cedar and coffee in the base soften it into a woody, faintly gourmand finish. The aquatic and fruity accords sweeten it without weighing it down. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by summer and fall, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen occasions. Most see it as masculine and modern. Givenchy Very Irrésistible Givenchy for Men (Eau de Toilette) and Givenchy Givenchy pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

L'Interdit Nocturnal Jasmine

8.1

Givenchy · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Givenchy L'Interdit Nocturnal Jasmine is a women's fragrance for evenings and nights out, setting jasmine in a sweet, creamy and spicy frame. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, and most voters call it feminine, while others find it modern or classic. Night out and evening lead the occasions, and autumn and winter edge ahead as seasons, though spring and summer also draw a fair share of votes. It opens with Moroccan bitter almond. The heart carries two Indian jasmines, sambac and grandiflorum absolutes, alongside apricot and spices. Indonesian patchouli and Haitian vetiver form an earthy base. The overall impression is floral, fruity and sweet, with the spice and earth tempering the sweetness. Fendi Dolce Bacio and Dior J'adore Intense have a close profile.

Extravagance d'Amarige (2007)

8.0

Givenchy · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Extravagance d'Amarige (2007) is a fresh, citrusy floral for women, a light scent that suits spring and summer days and daytime or office wear. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays with you through the day without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Many see it as feminine. It opens with green mandarin orange and tagetes, fresh and green. Jasmine and orange blossom carry the floral heart, with fruity and spicy touches alongside. Amber and woody notes soften the base and dry it down to a warm, powdery finish.

Équivoque

7.9

Givenchy · 2022

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Givenchy Équivoque is a spicy, woody and smoky oud fragrance, worn as a unisex scent. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good, so it stays on the skin for a long time and also makes itself felt around the wearer. The longevity ratings come from a small number of votes, so read that one with some caution. It opens with Guatemala cardamom giving a spicy start. In the heart, Virginia cedar, Atlas cedar and gaiac wood build a woody body, and Assam oud and Malayan oud take over in the base. The accords also bring oriental, resinous, earthy, powdery and leathery sides. Amouage Opus XIII - Silver Oud and Guerlain Oud Essentiel have a close profile.

Ange ou Démon Le Secret (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Givenchy · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Givenchy Ange ou Démon Le Secret Eau de Toilette is a women's fragrance built on candied apple, rose and patchouli, sitting between fresh and sweet. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, office and daily wear, with evening and night out further behind. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it wears softly without crowding the room. Candied apple gives the opening a sweet, fruity lift. In the heart, rose, tea and jasmine add a floral, slightly green softness. Patchouli, amber and musk warm the base. Citrus and spicy touches keep the sweetness in check. Salvatore Ferragamo F for Fascinating Night and Montale Intense Roses Musk have a close profile.

Faux Semblant

7.8

Givenchy · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Givenchy Faux Semblant is a unisex scent that pairs angelica, frankincense, honey and oud in a sweet, resinous, smoky style. It opens with Belgian angelica and Somalian frankincense, resinous and a little spicy. In the heart, Provençal honey and Moroccan orange blossom absolute sweeten it and add a creamy, powdery softness. The base of Malayan oud and Australian white sandalwood sets a woody, lightly smoky floor. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of ratings is small. It reads neither distinctly masculine nor feminine. Its warm, sweet, smoky character suits cooler weather and evenings best. Its profile is close to Armani Privé Charm' and Givenchy Fantasque.

L'Interdit Angélique Rouge

7.7

Givenchy · 2025

Floral · Green · Sweet

Givenchy L'Interdit Angélique Rouge is a floral, green women's perfume that opens with ginger, prickly pear and angelica seed and settles into patchouli and vetiver. The opening pairs ginger and prickly pear with angelica seed, so it starts spicy, green and lightly sweet. In the heart, white blossoms absolute and angelica flower bring the floral side forward. The base of Indonesian patchouli and Haitian vetiver grounds it in a woody, earthy finish. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter not far behind. It is chosen for nights out, evenings and leisure time. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the vote counts are small, so those ratings are tentative.

L'Interdit Tubéreuse Noire

8.2

Givenchy · 2024

Floral · Green · Sweet

Patchouli de Minuit

8.1

Givenchy · 2019

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Givenchy Patchouli de Minuit is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex scent built around patchouli, tonka bean and frankincense; it has been discontinued. Most voters place it in winter and fall, and for night outs and evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine, which fits its unisex profile. The sweet, gourmand side comes from tonka bean, while saffron and davana add spice. Patchouli lays an earthy base, and frankincense brings a resinous, smoky note. Cashmeran adds a soft, powdery woodiness, and lavender lightly lifts the heavier notes.

L'Interdit Édition Millésime

7.6

Givenchy · 2021

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Givenchy L'Interdit Édition Millésime is a sweet, creamy women's fragrance that sets a bright opening of Egyptian bitter orange and ginger over tuberose and orange blossom absolute. Citrus and spice come first: the bitter orange tang is sharpened by ginger. In the heart, tuberose and orange blossom absolute bring a floral, fruity sweetness. Almond milk in the base softens everything into a creamy finish, and musk keeps it warm. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through it. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. It is recommended most for leisure, with night out, daily wear and evening close behind. Pierre Guillaume 17.1 Dilshad and Afnan Perfumes Doria have a similar profile.

Dahlia Divin Eau de Parfum Nude

7.3

Givenchy · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Givenchy Dahlia Divin Eau de Parfum Nude is a soft, sweet women's floral built on jasmine sambac and orange blossom, rounded out by apricot and white musk; it has been discontinued. Jasmine sambac and orange blossom carry the floral side, apricot adds a juicy sweetness, and white musk settles everything onto a creamy, powdery base. As a whole it reads sweet and smooth, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and autumn, though summer and winter are not far behind. It leans towards daily, leisure and office wear. Elie Saab Le Parfum In White and La Rive Her Choice have a close profile.

Sans Artifice

7.7

Givenchy · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Téméraire

6.8

Givenchy · 2023

Floral · Green · Sweet

Givenchy Téméraire is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, green core with spicy, resinous and smoky shades. The top opens with Guatemala cardamom and Indonesian clove leaf, which give it a spicy start. The heart of Moroccan iris concrete and Indian tuberose absolute brings a powdery, creamy floral note. In the base, Siam benzoin adds sweetness and resin, while Atlas cedar, Woodleather® and Java vetiver form a woody, smoky foundation. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though from a small number of votes. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Prada Infusion d'Iris Absolue and Tom Ford Santal Blush have a close profile.

Chypre Caresse

7.8

Givenchy · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Chypre Caresse is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with a green, floral side; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters pick spring and summer, with winter rarely chosen. It leans towards leisure, work and everyday wear, and much less towards evenings. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it fits either way. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: lemon brings freshness, jasmine and angelica add a green, floral tone, and patchouli gives a light woody, spicy ground. The result is bright, dry and simple.

Cuir Blanc

7.5

Givenchy · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Givenchy Cuir Blanc is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, powdery air with a leathery, lightly spiced character; it has been discontinued. The scent is built on white leather, white musk and white pepper. A fresh, floral base lets the leathery side come forward, the pepper keeps the spice light, and the musk gathers the sweet and powdery tones into a soft finish. Woody and oriental touches stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick it for daytime and leisure, though some wear it to the office or for a night out. It has an easygoing, unisex character. Evody Cuir Blanc and Pills Parfums Supermusk have a close profile.

Ange ou Démon Le Secret Poésie d'un Parfum d'Hiver 2011

7.6

Givenchy · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Ange ou Démon Le Secret Poésie d'un Parfum d'Hiver 2011 pairs tea, jasmine and candied orange over a sweet, spicy base; it is a feminine scent that has been discontinued. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and leaves a quiet trail. Voters place it mostly in leisure and evening wear, with night outs and business days sharing the rest. Tea gives it a fresh start. In the heart, jasmine and candied orange add a floral, fruity sweetness, and in the base cinnamon and gingerbread push it towards a gourmand, spicy, lightly powdery finish. Citrus and woody tones also show in the accords. Kenzo 7:15 AM in Bali and Serge Lutens Baptême du Feu have a close profile.

Absolutely Irrésistible Givenchy

6.3

Givenchy · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Givenchy Absolutely Irrésistible Givenchy is a floral, fruity scent with a sweet, lightly spicy streak, made for women and now discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it keeps you company through the day without filling the room. Most voters don't tie it to one season: autumn, summer and spring get almost equal shares, with winter a little behind. It reads feminine. It opens with red berries, bell pepper and mandarin orange, where the fruit sweetness gets a sharp, green edge. Heliotrope, orange blossom and jasmine soften the heart into something floral. Patchouli, amber and cedarwood set it on a warm, woody base. Rabanne Lady Million Royal and Câline Fleur Noir have a close profile.

L'Interdit Burning Neroli

8.0

Givenchy · 2023

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Givenchy L'Interdit Burning Neroli is a feminine scent where citrus and flowers are softened by a sweet, powdery woodiness. Tunisian neroli leads, with patchouli and vetiver giving it a woody, slightly earthy base. The brightness of the citrus is joined by a fruity, sweet side, and the powdery accord rounds everything off. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. It is suggested most for daily and leisure wear, followed by evening and business use. It reads clearly feminine. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Harvest Nerolia Vetiver and Maison Francis Kurkdjian Amyris Femme have a close profile.

Oiseau Rare

7.6

Givenchy · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Givenchy Oiseau Rare is a unisex fragrance that sets the bite of pepper and the softness of pittosporum blossom over a woody base. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it leaves a noticeable but not overpowering trail. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably in the middle ground between masculine and feminine. It opens fresh and citrusy, with spicy pepper leading the way, and a floral pittosporum blossom comes through in the heart. In the base, Virginia cedar and Paraguayan gaiac wood build a woody frame, while Bourbon vanilla absolute adds a creamy, smooth finish.

Cœur Fou

7.9

Givenchy · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Givenchy Cœur Fou is a unisex perfume built on blackcurrant bud absolute, Egyptian basil and three damask rose notes, giving a fresh, green-edged floral. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. It opens with blackcurrant bud and basil, green and slightly fruity. The heart is given over to Turkish and Bulgarian damask rose, which keeps the floral side in front. Moss and patchouli then ground it, while the sweet and spicy tones stay in the background. Maison Margiela On a Date and Perfumer H Water Lily have a close profile.

Very Irrésistible L'Eau en Rose

6.5

Givenchy · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Givenchy Very Irrésistible L'Eau en Rose is a fresh, floral women's scent that opens on blackberry, moves into a rose heart and settles on musk; it has been discontinued. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated weak, so it suits anyone who wants a light scent that stays close to the skin. The number of ratings is small, so treat these impressions as tentative. Blackberry gives a sweet, fruity top, then rose takes over the heart and supplies the floral backbone. Musk softens everything in the base. The accords lean fresh, aquatic and green, with the sweetness staying in the background. Victoria's Secret Forbidden Rose and Zara Lightly Bloom have a close profile.

Encens Divin

8.1

Givenchy · 2018

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Givenchy Encens Divin is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent built around frankincense, cedar and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It suits both men and women. It opens spicy with black pepper, ginger and pink pepper. The heart brings Atlas cedar, Texas cedar, frankincense, Persian rose absolute and nagarmotha, giving a smoky, woody backbone. In the base, tolu balm, benzoin, vanilla absolute and amber sweeten it into a powdery, gourmand warmth. Guerlain Bois d'Arménie and Kenzo Amour Le Parfum have a close profile.

Le De (2007)

7.3

Givenchy · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Green

Givenchy Le De (2007) is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither lingers for long nor fades quickly. Leisure, daily wear and the office get the most votes, while evening and night-out use play a smaller part. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic. It opens with coriander and lily of the valley, which give a fresh, green start. In the heart, jasmine sambac and jasmine bring the floral side forward. Sandalwood and frankincense then build a woody, resinous, powdery base, with a spicy touch running through it. Estēe Lauder Private Collection and Cacharel Noa have a close profile.

Ysatis Iris

7.0

Givenchy · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Givenchy Ysatis Iris is a fresh, fruity floral built on blackcurrant, violet and jasmine, made for women and now discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it suits someone who wants a soft scent that stays close rather than one that leaves a strong trail. It reads as a feminine fragrance. It opens fresh and fruity with blackcurrant, violet and mandarin orange. Jasmine, tuberose and rose bring the floral heart forward. In the base, patchouli, vanilla and iris sweeten the scent and settle it into a powdery finish, with a synthetic edge among its accords. Its profile is close to Jil Sander Style Soft and Câline Bouquet Pink.