GalbanumOpens with
HiacynthHeart
OakmossDries down to
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Givenchy · Sold as feminine
Givenchy III
The quiet confidence of a well-tailored suit, where crisp linens and subtle woods create an air of understated refinement.
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Givenchy IIIPremium · $100–250
63%Similar accords, often for lessFarouche · Nina RicciMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 20 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Givenchy III was launched in 1970, and it quickly became a defining scent of the era, blending aldehydic freshness with green earthiness and woody warmth. Created by Jean François Latty and Raymond Chaillan, this fragrance opens with galbanum and aldehydes, creating an immediate sense of crispness and sophistication. The heart notes of gardenia, jasmine, and lily-of-the-valley add a floral sweetness that is both lush and refined. At its base, vetiver, oakmoss, and sandalwood ground the composition in earthy richness without overpowering the lighter top notes.
Givenchy III blooms best when applied to pulse points and left to develop naturally. The aldehydic top notes are vibrant but fleeting, so a second application after the first hour can help maintain its presence throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Givenchy III, Givenchy
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Jean François Latty
Jean-François Latty, born in Grasse and trained at the Ecole Roure, joined IFF in 1970, where he composed Givenchy III with colleague Raymond Chaillan.
Co-created with Raymond Chaillan
Designer Givenchy
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The originalGivenchy IIIGivenchy · Premium · $100–250Nina Ricci · 1973FaroucheShares 6 of its 20 notes$40–100★ 4.15 (430)58%Match
Rabanne · 1969CalandreShares 6 of its 14 notes$40–100★ 4.20 (1,347)61%Match
Shiseido · 1980MurasakiShares 6 of its 16 notes$40–100★ 4.09 (239)60%Match
Calvin Klein · 1978Calvin KleinShares 6 of its 15 notes$40–100★ 4.53 (95)
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A community favourite: loved by 52%, disliked or hated by 9%.