Givenchy · 2016
Gentlemen Only Absolute
Longevity
Very long8-12 hours
Projection
ModerateFills your personal space
Polarising
Mixed
Snapshot
The full profile.
About This Perfume
Gentlemen Only Absolute by Givenchy is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Gentlemen Only Absolute was launched in 2016. Top note is Bergamot; middle notes are Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Saffron; base notes are Vanila and Sandalwood. Gentlemen Only Absolute is a new fragrance by Givenchy, which comes out in the summer of 2016. The fragrance is a rich Eau de Parfum version of the "Gentleman at his best." Gentlemen Only from 2013 represents a modern tribute to the classic Givenchy Gentlemen from 1974. It was followed by Gentlemen Only Intense in early 2014, Gentlemen Only Casual Chic in early 2015 and Gentlemen Only Parisian Break in early 2016. Gentlemen Only Absolute, inspired by high fashion of the Givenchy house, is announced as the scent of contemporary refined and elegant men. The sensual oriental, woody and spicy composition tends to embody class, sophistication and style. Pungent, slightly metallic bergamot in the top is followed by the warm heart which contains a trio of spices: nutmeg, cinnamon and saffron. A sensual combination of sandalwood and vanilla wraps the base of the perfume. The face of the collection is Australian actor Simon Baker. The bottle of the standard design of the collection comes in a lacquered black outfit with red accents. The fragrance is available as a 50 and 100 ml Eau de Parfum.
Projection
Moderate
Gender lean
Leans masculine
The verdict
Best for
Givenchy is a French designer house whose fragrance line spans the mainstream Gentleman and L'Interdit pillars plus older heritage compositions still in catalogue. Scendira lists 54 live Givenchy perfumes, avg 4., priced $38.50-$428.89 (avg $98.46). The catalogue leans feminine (27 feminine, 16 masculine, 6 unspecified, 5 unisex). Top families are Fresh (14), Floral (10), Gourmand (10) and Woody (9), with accord signature Woody, Floral, Sweet, Powdery, Fresh. Standout live picks include Insense (cool green basil, citrus fruits, soft florals), Gentleman Eau de Parfum Reserve Privée (powdery iris with chestnut, woody whiskey warmth), Monsieur de Givenchy (cool lemon air, lavender breeze, green vetiver), Hot Couture Collection No.1 (sweet raspberry citrus with peppery floral warmth), and Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum Ambrée (powdery tobacco, sandalwood, nutmeg, vanilla warmth). Best if you want the Gentleman line or under-appreciated designer heritage.
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