Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Powdery
100%
Woody
84%
Iris
76%
Amber
67%
Violet
67%
Aldehydic
63%
Sweet
63%
Fresh
63%
Yellow Floral
62%
Fruity
61%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Powdery, Woody, and Iris) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Powdery, Woody, Iris, and Amber 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 Powdery, Woody, Iris, and Amber 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
L'InterditbyGivenchyis a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women.L'Interditwas launched in 1957. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Fabron. Top notes are Aldehydes, Strawberry, Spices, Peach, Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Iris, Violet, Narcissus, Orris Root, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Sandalwood, Amber, Musk, Benzoin, Vetiver and Tonka Bean.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is L'Interdit 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.