Gyan
“Gyan by Bvlgari is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men”
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A community favourite — a patchouli, white floral composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.
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Gyan by Bvlgari, launched in 2016 and crafted by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, is an Oriental Woody fragrance that embodies the essence of earthy depth and smoky warmth. The patchouli and white floral notes create a tension between freshness and richness, while the warm spicy and amber accords bring a sense of comfort and complexity. This composition evokes a modern elegance that aligns with Bvlgari's legacy of luxury and sophistication.
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One spray is sufficient — Gyan's base notes take about an hour to fully bloom. It pairs well with cooler evenings but can also be enjoyed during the day for its balanced warmth.
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Founding perfumer · 19 fragrances
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud was born January 24, 1962, in Grasse, France, into a family of perfumers spanning his father and grandfather. He began work at a perfume factory in Grasse straight out of high school, moving through Charabot, Quest International, and PFW before joining Firmenich in 1990, where he created fragrances for Christian Dior, Givenchy, Issey Miyake, and Lancôme. In 2012 he became master perfumer for Louis Vuitton, developing the house's first fragrance collection, and in 2018 opened Louis Vuitton's Les Fontaines Parfumées creative center in Grasse. He won the Prix François Coty in 2004.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet intensity of an evening in a dimly lit study, where the scent of patchouli and warm spices fills the air and creates a cocoon of tranquility.
Fig. 01 — Gyan, Bvlgari
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