Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Smoky
74%
Citrus
72%
Aromatic
65%
Musky
59%
Fresh Spicy
57%
Earthy
57%
Amber
57%
Leather
55%
Balsamic
55%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Smoky, and Citrus) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Smoky, Citrus, and Aromatic 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 Woody, Smoky, Citrus, and Aromatic 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
Gentlemen OnlybyGivenchyis a Woody fragrance for men.Gentlemen Onlywas launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean Jacques. Top notes are Pink Pepper, Green Mandarin, Birch Leaf, Nutmeg and Bergamot; middle notes are Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli, Violet Leaf and elemi; base notes are Incense and Musk.Givenchy launches a new fragrance for men in 2013. Gentlemen Only is a modern homage to the classic fragrance of the house - Givenchy Gentlemen from 1974. This fragrance was once revolutionary amongst masculine fragrance introducing strong and intense woody notes instead of the traditional aromatic and citrusy ones.Gentlemen Only is intended to men of our times; it is designed around modern woody nuances. The composition opens with fresh and spicy accords of green mandarin, pink pepper, nutmeg and birch leaves. Deep and intense woody character is provided by the heart of cedar, patchouli and vetiver. The base captures incense and animalistic notes.The face of this Givenchy perfume is Australian actor Simon Baker. The fragrance is available as 50 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette with additional after shave lotion, deodorant in spray and in stick.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Gentlemen Only 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.