Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Amber
100%
Woody
72%
White Floral
64%
Honey
60%
Warm Spicy
57%
Sweet
57%
Oud
53%
Fresh Spicy
52%
Powdery
50%
Patchouli
49%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Amber, Woody, and White Floral) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Amber, Woody, White Floral, and Honey among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Amber, Woody, White Floral, and Honey among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
Faux SemblantbyGivenchyis a Amber Woody fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance.Faux Semblantwas launched in 2023. Top notes are Olibanum and Angelica; middle notes are Orange Blossom, Honey, Patchouli, Spanish Labdanum and Amber; base notes are Agarwood (Oud) and White Sandalwood.Faux Semblant is described as an enigmatic presence that emerges from the darkness of Givenchy's Hôtel Particulier; an elusive guest who plays with the contrasts of shadow and light to create a captivating mystery.Wrapped in a rich Essence of Australian Sandalwood, this fragrance magnifies the most unexpected and intense facets of Orange Blossom Absolute. Opening with a mystical Essence of Frankincense from Somalia, the fragrance unveils an opulent White Flower in the heart. Crossed by shades of gold, this floral note reveals the addictive radiance of the precious amber notes of Miel de Provence. Finally, an elegant and warm trail appears, mixing the richness of Sandalwood with the depth of the Essence of Oud Wood. The enigmatic elegance of this floral woody Eau de Parfum reveals the richness of the Oud Wood Essence from Malaysia, extracted thanks to the great know-how of the Master Distillers.Givenchy Faux Semblant is available as a 100 ml Eau de Parfum Intense.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Faux Semblant office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.