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L’Enfant Terrible by Givenchy

Men Women 2025

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Givenchy

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L'Enfant Terrible by Givenchy is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men and women. This creation, signed by the perfumer who designed it, was launched in 2025. Its olfactory pyramid unfolds with a top note of bergamot, giving way to a heart of black tea and ginger, while the base reveals a blend of musk, ambroxan, cedar, and labdanum.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 13%
  • Spring 30%
  • Summer 32%
  • Autumn 24%
  • Day 67%
  • Night 33%

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191 votes

  • Positive 88%
  • Negative 5.8%
  • Neutral 5.8%
positive reviews 191 community votes
LongevityLong-lasting SillageModerate Best momentSummer CharacterUnisex

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In the collection

Leading answer I want it

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Leading answer Summer

256 votes

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Leading answer Day

116 votes

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About L’Enfant Terrible

Main accord fresh-spicy Year 2025 Gender Men · Women

L’Enfant Terrible by Givenchy is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men and women. This creation, signed by the perfumer who designed it, was launched in 2025. Its olfactory pyramid unfolds with a top note of bergamot, giving way to a heart of black tea and ginger, while the base reveals a blend of musk, ambroxan, cedar, and labdanum.

Musk, amber and animalic Woods and mosses Resins and balsams

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Longevity

Leading answer Long-lasting

85 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

85 votes

Character

Leading answer Balanced

94 votes

Value perception

Leading answer A little expensive

84 votes

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  1. AliceDima

    Authentic masterpiece. For me, the similarity to LV Imagination is about 70%. If you like that, I’d say L’Enfant Terrible (I love the name, it makes me laugh 🤣) carries its DNA but is more musky and slightly sweeter. The opening is similar, but as it dries down, it becomes warmer and sweeter. If you don’t know what LV Imagination smells like, think of LT as citrus tea with a sweet, musky dry-down. Ginger, bergamot, and tea are very prominent. Unlike Imagination, which is for summer, this is for year-round wear. Simple composition but a sensory luxury. Longevity 10h+ and sillage 5-6h very strong before settling into the skin. My rating: 9.5/10

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  2. AliceDima

    Authentic masterpiece. For me, the resemblance to LV Imagination is about 70%. If you like that one, let me tell you L’Enfant Terrible (I love the name, it makes me laugh 🤣) carries its DNA but is more musky and slightly sweeter. The opening is similar, but as it dries down, it becomes warmer and sweeter. If you don’t know what LV Imagination smells like, I’d say LT is citrus tea with a sweet musky dry-down. Ginger, bergamota, and tea are very present. Unlike Imagination, which is for summer, this is for all year round. Simple composition but a sensory luxury. Longevity 10h+ and sillage 5/6h very strong before settling on the skin. Note that I give it: 9.5/10.

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  3. What an authentic masterpiece. I stopped by the counter for a stroll and brought this gem home. It’s my first designer private collection; at these price points, I was always more drawn to niche until I tried this—what quality, what bergamot. I tested all three from the Gardens series, and this left me speechless. The opening reminded me of the incredible first few seconds of Citrus Cedro, but here it lasts for hours. As it dries, the tea emerges, giving it that Imagination touch without being identical. While ILV feels more linear to me, the cedar and ambroxan base in this Enfant Terrible is the cherry on top. A solid 10 without a doubt. Hooray to Givenchy.

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  4. Givenchy stands out with L’Enfant Terrible, an unexpected gem that dares to touch niche territory. Far from commercial, it’s an act of rebellion: it doesn’t seek to please everyone, but it fascinates those who dare. From the start, an intriguing duality: clean, fresh bergamot citrus prepares the way for ripe, fleshy, almost liqueur-like figs, contrasting with dry spices and amber woods. The fig accord is deep and natural, avoiding anything childish. There’s an earthy sensuality reminiscent of designer perfumery. Here, ingredients aren’t just smelled; they’re felt. The base is amber with resinous traces and an animalic touch that makes it enveloping and long-lasting without being aggressive. The quality is outstanding for a designer scent. No generic notes; every layer evolves with intention. It’s a perfume with a soul, transgressive, and artistic. For those seeking something distinct, substantial, and uncompromising, it’s a rarity to rediscover. The best: originality and noble quality. The worst: it might not appeal to those who prefer linear scents. Would I repurchase? Absolutely. It’s a statement piece.

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  5. What an authentic masterpiece. I stopped by the CI just for a stroll and brought this gem home. It’s my first private collection of designer scents because, at these prices, I’ve always been drawn to niche fragrances until I tried this one. The quality is incredible, especially the bergamota. I tested all three from the Jardins series, and this one left me speechless. The opening reminded me of the amazing first seconds of Citrus Cedro, but here it lasts for hours. As it dries down, tea notes emerge, giving it that touch found in LV’s Imagination without being identical. While LV feels more linear to me, the cedar and ambroxan base in this Enfant Terrible is the cherry on top. A solid 10 without a doubt. Ole for Givenchy.

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  6. Givenchy stands out with L’Enfant Terrible, an unexpected gem that dares to touch niche territory. Far from commercial, it’s an act of rebellion: it doesn’t seek to please everyone, but it captivates those who dare. From the start, there’s an intriguing duality: a clean, fresh citrus burst of bergamota prepares the way for ripe, fleshy, almost liqueur-like figs, contrasting with dry spices and ambered woods. The fig accord is deep and natural, avoiding any childishness. There’s an earthy sensuality reminiscent of perfumerie de niche. Here, the ingredients aren’t just smelled; they’re felt. The base is ambered, with resinous traces and a touch of animalic character that makes it enveloping and long-lasting without being aggressive. The quality is outstanding for a designer scent. No generic notes; every layer evolves with intention. It’s a perfume with a soul, transgressive, and artistic. For those seeking something distinct, with body and no compromises, it’s a rarity to rediscover. The best: originality and noble quality. The worst: it might not appeal to those who prefer linear scents. Would I repurchase? Absolutely. It’s a statement of intent.

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  7. fercho_pk

    Delicious sweet citrus amber that is long-lasting; it reminds me of Imagination, Platine Privé, and Tygar, but it’s not the same and it’s definitely worth it.

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  8. Delicious sweet, citrusy amber that’s long-lasting; it resembles Imagination, Platine Privé, and Tygar, but it’s not the same and is definitely worth it.

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