Givenchy

Gentleman (2017)

for men

Gentleman (2017) smells deep and bold with iris and fruity accents, for men who want a clean signature, and feels best in cooler weather and evening plans.

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Gentleman (2017)

Fragrance notes

How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).

Iris 100%
Fruity 94%
Sweet 85%
Powdery 82%
Lavender 80%
Warm Spicy 80%
Aromatic 79%
Leather 70%
Earthy 69%
Violet 65%

Performance

Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Iris, Fruity, and Sweet) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.

Longevity

With Iris, Fruity, Sweet, and Powdery 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 Iris, Fruity, Sweet, and Powdery 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

Gentleman (2017)byGivenchy is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men.Gentleman (2017)was launched in 2017. Gentleman (2017) was created by Olivier Cresp and Nathalie Lorson. Top notes are Pear, Cardamom and Pineapple; middle notes are Iris, Lavender and Geranium; base notes are Leather, Black Vanilla Husk and Patchouli.In 2017, the classic Givenchy Gentlmen fragrance receives a completely new, modernized reinterpretation under de name of Gentleman Givenchy, which seeks to showcase how this fragrance would be if it was only made today.The composition has been announced as a woody - floral - fougere, signed by Firmenich perfumers Olivier Cresp and Nathalie Lorson. The fragrance is described as a mixture of "power and sweetness".Top notes: pear, cardamomHeart: iris, lavenderBase: patchouli – leather accord, black vanillaThe face of the fragrance is actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and the advertising campaign is directed by his wife, Sam Taylor-Johnson. The bottle, with its graphic design and massive glass weight, gives a modern look to its classic design. Gentleman Givenchy will be available as a 50 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette.

Quick answers

Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.

Is Gentleman (2017) 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
Deeper woods and resins often feel natural in cooler months; they can feel heavy in extreme heat.
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.

Buying advice in plain language

If you are deciding on Gentleman (2017), start with wear context instead of hype. Ask where you will use it most: office, casual daytime, or evening social settings. That single choice filters almost every buying decision because freshness, sweetness, and projection read very differently depending on environment.

Then use this page in three steps. First, scan the notes and accord profile to understand the scent direction. Second, check longevity and projection hints to estimate how it may behave on your skin. Third, open one or two comparisons to see trade-offs against similar perfumes. This avoids buying a fragrance that is good in isolation but wrong for your routine.

A practical shortlist is one signature scent plus one contrast option from the same brand family. That gives flexibility without over-collecting. If Gentleman (2017) fits your use case, sample first and compare it with one related option below before committing to a full bottle.