BergamotOpens with
CinnamonHeart
VanilaDries down to
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Givenchy · Sold as masculine
Gentlemen Only Absolute
The crisp morning in an upscale city apartment, where the scent of warm spices and vanilla blends with the quiet hum of a modern life about to unfold.
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Gentlemen Only AbsolutePremium · $100–250
57%Similar accords, often for lessRoyal Blend Nero · French AvenueBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Jean Jacques crafted Gentlemen Only Absolute by Givenchy in 2016 as a Woody Spicy fragrance that embodies the brand’s signature blend of French elegance and American glamour. The composition opens with a bright bergamot, which gives way to a warm heart of cinnamon, nutmeg, and saffron, creating an inviting and spicy atmosphere. The base notes of vanilla and sandalwood add a touch of warmth and sensuality, making it a fragrance that feels both refined and intimate.
Two sprays are sufficient — the spicy notes are immediate but evolve into a warmer base over time. This fragrance is best for cooler weather when its rich woody and spicy accords shine without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Gentlemen Only Absolute, Givenchy
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Jean Jacques
From the piano to the perfumer's organJean Jacques is a French perfumer who was an accomplished pianist by sixteen before a friend introduced him to the Versailles School of Perfumery.
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The originalGentlemen Only AbsoluteGivenchy · Premium · $100–250French Avenue · 2024Royal Blend NeroShares 4 of its 10 notesunder $40★ 4.53 (983)53%Match
Lolita Lempicka · 2006L de Lolita LempickaShares Bergamot, Cinnamon and Sandalwood$40–100★ 4.13 (7,336)58%Match
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Adds aromatic, green and fresh; shares bergamot.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 44%, disliked or hated by 9%.