Givenchy Gentleman by Givenchy

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For the gentlemen who dare to wear Givenchy Gentleman eau de toilette, they will get the figure of confidence and manly elegance that never get understated or complicated. It creates the image of power, rebellious, and boldness that a modern man wants to exude. He is sure of himself, he gets the seductive attention he deserves. Givenchy Gentleman, released in 1974, is a woody perfume for men.

The Designer Givenchy

The fragrance maker and designer is none other than Hubert James Taffin de Givenchy, born in 1927 in France. He lived a humble life, raised by a tapestry maker as his grandfather, and studied at Ecole de Beaux Arts while working part-time. He decided to retire in the fashion industry in 1995. But he remains legendary in the world of fashion in the areas for clothing, cosmetics, and fragrances.

Fragrance of Givenchy Gentleman

Givenchy Gentleman eau de toilette is a woody masculine scent that old the perfect blend of bergamot, cinnamon and sweet honey, with the revitalizing kick of sensual rose and cool lemon. The body of the fragrance has a mixture of orris rose, patchouli, cedar and jasmine embodying a deep masculine fragrance, followed by the base notes of lush leather, oakmoss, vanilla and amber warmed by smooth musk.

Nose Behind Givenchy Gentleman

Behind this scent is artistic fragrance nose of Paul Leger, one of the wisely selected perfumers by designer Givenchy. The House of Givenchy, as an old and established perfume house, created over 104 perfumes worldwide from year 1957 until the latest of 2010. All together, the House of Givenchy has perfumers like Francoise Donche, Bertrand Duchaufour, Carlos Benaim, Annick Menardo, Anne Flipo,, Pascal Guarin, Francis Fabron, Dominique Ropion, Michel Girard, Christophe Raynaud, Evelyne Boulanger, Pierre Wargnye, Norbert Bijaoui, Mark Buxton, Olivier Cresp, Emilie (Bevierre) Coppermann, Alberto Morillas, Sophie Labbe, Francois Demachy, Jean-Pierre Bethouart, Daniel Hoffmann, Christine Nagel, Paul Leger, Ilias Ermenidis, Lucas Sieuzak, Hubert Givenchy, Daniel Moliere, Jean-Claude Delville.

Romance is in the Air with Givenchy Gentleman

With the fresh and dreamy aroma notes of wood, spice, rose and leather it definitely makes any man feel so good and confident about him. As one of the earliest perfume for men by Givenchy, this is tested for timeless gentleman way of seduction. This is recommendable for evening and romantic occasion.

Bottle of Givenchy Gentleman

Givenchy Gentle man comes in just an uncomplicated glass bottle with a silver-like top metal spray, having a perfume liquid content in light yellow. Over-all the package has the classic corporate look in black, having patterns in white with geometric highlights in gold.

What Men Say About Givenchy Gentleman

Over-Powering First Impression

Givenchy Gentleman by Givenchy, as many testers and users say, begins with a very strong scent that makes it a bit overbearing. But after twenty minutes the fragrance slowly dries and settles down mellowing to a smooth and sweet leathery scent. After which, it becomes completely subtle.

A Classic Fragrance for a Modern Man

Givenchy Gentleman as one of the earliest perfume creations by the House of Givenchy, been around for more than 30 years, it still proves elegance and timeless fragrance. It is a dressed-up look for fragrance, works well when worn in the office, regular walks in the park, having night trips in or out of town. This is for every gentleman out there who enjoys the good life.

A Scent for Mature Men

Being one of the oldest perfumes, the perfume was developed fit for the early trend. Some users say it’s a scent exclusively for adults. Its strong, over-powering and classic appeal is for the men of tradition, refined, and intact unlike the men of the new generation who are mostly eccentric, outspoken, and basically free flowing, exemplifying adventure.