Cologne2019
Gentleman Cologne
Also asEau de Toilette · 2021 →

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Givenchy  ·  Sold as masculine

Gentleman Cologne

The crispness of a well-tailored suit in the morning light, where clean lines and subtle warmth come together for a confident start to the day.

4.261,551 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
citrusaromaticwoodyfresh spicypowderyiris
Gentleman ColognePremium · $100–250
55%Similar accords, often for lessLemon Iris · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate12% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak8%
Weak24%
Moderate56%
Long lasting10%
Eternal2%
SillageModerate16% say strong or enormous
Intimate33%
Moderate52%
Strong9%
Enormous7%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine81%
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Unisex18%
♀
Feminine1%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Gentleman Cologne by Givenchy was launched in 2019, crafted by Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp. This fragrance opens with a bright citrus-aromatic accord of bergamot and lemon, giving way to the fresh spiciness of rosemary. The heart of iris adds a touch of sophistication before settling into a base of vetiver, musk, and ambroxan that reads as earthy and powdery, creating an overall sense of modern elegance.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to ensure that the citrus top notes are balanced by the deeper base. The fragrance blooms over an hour, so it's best to layer lightly for daytime wear.

Fig. 01 — Gentleman Cologne, Givenchy

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03 · The nose

Nathalie Lorson

The fragrance chameleon

Nathalie Lorson is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most versatile noses working today.

186fragrances
Frenchnationality

Co-created with Olivier Cresp

Collection Gentleman

Every edition of this fragrance in our catalog

Designer Givenchy

More from the house · founded 1952 · France

Similar accords, often for less

Love it, not the $100–250 price?

Matched by accords and notes. Sample first, then decide.

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Gentleman CologneThe originalGentleman CologneGivenchy · Premium · $100–250
55%MatchVictoria's Secret · 2016Lemon IrisShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.26 (31)
Gentleman CologneLes Parfums Mythiques Insense
Try it layered

With Givenchy Les Parfums Mythiques Insense

Adds floral, fruity and conifer; shares four accords.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
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4.26/ 5 · 1,551 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 49%, disliked or hated by 7%.

Love49%
Like37%
OK8%
Dislike5%
Hate1%
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