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Givenchy Gentleman (2017) fragrance
Givenchy

Givenchy Gentleman (2017)

EDT Masculine · 2017 · by Olivier Cresp, Nathalie Lorson
7.2 /10

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 7/10 longevity
From USD 90–160From EUR 83–147From GBP 71–126From PKR 25,000–45,000From AED 325–575From INR 7,470–13,280From SAR 338–600
7 Longevity
7 Sillage
8 Versatility
7 Value
6.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Iris Fruity Woody Powdery
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileIrisFruityWoodyPowderyACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Office Date Night Evening
Seasons
Fall Winter Spring

Climate Performance

Avg 6.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
5/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
5/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
8/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A modern take on the classic gentleman, blending fresh fruity notes with the sophisticated powderiness of iris and a warm, leathery base.

How It Wears

The iris and leather can be quite prominent, making it more suitable for cooler evenings or air-conditioned settings rather than intense daytime heat.

How It Compares

A softer, more approachable iris fragrance compared to Dior Homme Intense, with a touch of youthful fruitiness.

The Controversy

Its name caused confusion, being a complete reformulation rather than a flanker of the original Givenchy Gentleman (1974), alienating some purists.

Givenchy Gentleman (2017), Reviewed by the Numbers

Every fragrance review promises honesty; few bring receipts. For Givenchy Gentleman (2017) — the 2017 EDT from Givenchy built on Iris, Fruity, Woody, Powdery — the receipts are climate scores, longevity hours and price-per-bottle across markets. They are all below, and they tell a clearer story than any list of adjectives.

A modern take on the classic gentleman, blending fresh fruity notes with the sophisticated powderiness of iris and a warm, leathery base.

How Givenchy Gentleman (2017) Smells: Notes & Development

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) opens with Pear, Cardamom and Pineapple — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Iris, Lavender and Geranium. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Leather, Black Vanilla Husk and Patchouli.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Iris, Fruity, Woody, Powdery — easy to place and easy to wear.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (7/10): Givenchy Gentleman (2017) delivers strong longevity for EDT. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (7/10): Givenchy Gentleman (2017) projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (8/10): Givenchy Gentleman (2017) is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $90 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

How Givenchy Gentleman (2017) Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Givenchy Gentleman (2017) does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 8/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

The iris and leather can be quite prominent, making it more suitable for cooler evenings or air-conditioned settings rather than intense daytime heat.

Its average across all five zones is 6.6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Best Occasions & Seasons

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) is best suited to Daily, Office, Date Night, Evening. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Givenchy Gentleman (2017) performs best in Fall, Winter, Spring. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

A softer, more approachable iris fragrance compared to Dior Homme Intense, with a touch of youthful fruitiness.

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) Price Guide

Internationally, Givenchy Gentleman (2017) sits at $90–$160. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 25,000–45,000 in Pakistan, AED 325–575 in the UAE, ₹7,500–₹13,000 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Sephora, Ulta, Macy's. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces. Pakistan: Scentsation, The Scent Store, Sephora (online).

Verdict

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 7/10 puts Givenchy Gentleman (2017) in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Its name caused confusion, being a complete reformulation rather than a flanker of the original Givenchy Gentleman (1974), alienating some purists.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Givenchy Gentleman (2017) last?

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Givenchy Gentleman (2017) worth the price?

At around $90, Givenchy Gentleman (2017) by Givenchy is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Givenchy Gentleman (2017) smell like?

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) is characterised by Iris, Fruity, Woody, Powdery accords. Opening with Pear and Cardamom, the heart revolves around Iris and Lavender, settling into a base of Leather and Black Vanilla Husk.

Is Givenchy Gentleman (2017) good for hot or humid weather?

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) was not designed for extreme heat (score: 5/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Givenchy Gentleman (2017) for men or women?

Givenchy Gentleman (2017) is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.