Givenchy pour Homme by Givenchy

Smells like Aqva by Bulgari but without the heavy marine vibe, with a dry-down that hints at Cartier. It’s fresh, soft, and elegant—perfect for the office since no one will complain. It has a sensual sweetness that works well for dates with a known partner, but because it’s subtle and lacks projection, it’s not suitable for hitting on people or going out at noisy nightclubs. Only works on warm nights when you’re close to the person. Its biggest flaw is that it doesn’t last at all.

Smells like a loving, protective man—very attractive to women looking for a husband and to gay men seeking a serious relationship. Perfect for cold weather; imagine Turin in autumn, wearing a silk scarf at Al Bicerin, having a cortado with a whisky and chocolate tart. The downside is that they reformulated it, so it no longer lasts or has the sillage of before.

I was lucky to find this 2015 batch of Bach; I tested it before but commitments prevented me from buying it. Pour Homme by Givenchy was a classic with many fans. Olfactorily, Morillas and Ermenidis created something semi-classical where the wood yields to floral and spicy notes. The opening is lavender with dark wood and citrus that disappear in 15 minutes but return subtly if the temperature rises. It instantly reminds me of Memoir d’Homme by Nina Ricci. It’s semi-formal, elegant, and blends past and present. It’s a linear beauty that shows a great understanding of the brand’s status. I don’t know when production stopped, but they say it was reformulated and performance dropped. My 2015 bottle lasts decently for 8 hours, though it lacks hours in the top notes. A must-have only if you like the classics and want to stay away from trends. If you’re a collector, look for the few remaining ones. 4 seasons.

Its citrus opening is very good and the wood blend works perfectly. I’ve had it for several years and use it for important outings. I agree with others: it smells like lemonade. The downside is the sillage and longevity; you have to apply more. Ideal for daily wear, work, and informal daily outings, all year round. I have the 2013 batch; you won’t regret its scent. Try it on skin first.

It’s one of my favorites. I’m on my second 100ml bottle and will buy another to stock up. It has elegant and exquisite sillage; my wife feels it’s very masculine but with a kind virility. It must be due to the balance between the woody base and citrus with pleasant notes of fruits and flowers. It’s not a common scent; I don’t associate it with any other perfume. Good longevity, at least six hours, though on my skin I’ve noticed more than 24.

October 2013 batch: citrus, spicy, and woody. Givenchy Pour Homme blends the citrus notes skillfully, balancing the acidity and sweetness without either dominating. I detect a spicy lemon note, perhaps from coriander, and it closes with cedar and a very soft, soapy lavender thread. The harmony is perfect. It seems like a relaunch after a hiatus, with subtle changes. Very masculine and sober, ideal for the office or daily wear; it offers a mature masculinity that few achieve. Sillage and longevity are moderate in this batch (about two hours), so if later batches dropped even further, it’s not worth it for being so discreet. 4/5.

Beto Ruiz: Is it your skin’s pH or was it reformulated? I have a 2008 bottle and can testify to its great longevity. To be honest, I’d wear it in the morning and still smell it the next day, though it stayed very close to the skin.

Givenchy Pour Homme is woody, citrusy, spicy, and herbal. Citrus, vetiver, and cedar come out first, bringing freshness and elegance. The spices are fresh, like coriander and something similar to cardamom, plus a herbal labdanum note that I’ve noticed in Cartier Roadster before. Its development is almost linear and formal in style. Although it’s spicy, it works well in spring and autumn because the citrus notes hold up and it’s not heavy. It lasted 5 hours, but close to the skin; I don’t know if the early formulas were more potent. Unlike the Blue Label, this version is drier and more formal, which made it less popular and now it’s discontinued. I liked it, but the poor performance takes off points. It’s a mix between Cartier Declaration, Boss Bottled, and Gucci Pour Homme I. Recommended for lovers of that style.

Well… from the potency of the 2002 version to the timidity of this 2016 one (I’ve had it for a few months)… It still reflects Givenchy’s DNA: elegance and formality, but rough and simple, with that sensuality from another era without tonka bean. A classic woody with a marked citrus opening and an alcoholic touch; the other notes stay in the background (or I don’t perceive them). It’s from another era, virile, but for personal enjoyment. Low sillage and moderate longevity on the skin.

Today I tested this fragrance on my skin without knowing what it was about; the bottle seemed striking and sophisticated. The first few minutes didn’t grab me much, with the typical citrus opening, herbal notes, and grapefruit. After half an hour, other notes emerged that transported me to a kitchen—in a good way: I smelled the grapefruit mixed with another citrus and herbs, maybe rosemary and pepper (the pepper is obvious and made my nose tingle). Then came a soft trail reminiscent of lavender and dried lemon peel, which captivated me. The dry-down is powdery, dry, classic, soft, and elegant. It’s an aroma that sometimes smells sweet and woody. I think everyone has their own experience when applying it to their skin; personally, I liked it, even though I hadn’t noticed this EDT before. Ideal for ages 25 to 50, for daily and semi-formal use.

It’s a very good fragrance; the wood aroma is well apparent in the opening. In my opinion, it’s one of my favorites. It’s a shame Givenchy discontinued it; at least in my country, you can’t get it anymore, only online. It’s a very formal yet casual scent, ideal for formal suits. It has moderate longevity, and the sillage is noticeable at about 4 square meters in the first two hours, but over time it stays on the skin and the sillage diminishes. But it’s very good and I love it.