A quick note upfront: this covers the 2017 reorchestrated release specifically, which Givenchy positioned as a completely different creature from the original 1974 Gentleman, distinguished by its black label rather than the vintage silver one. Givenchy Gentleman EDT is a woody floral fragrance built around pear, iris and leather, and Maids Scents carries the authentic Eau de Toilette with delivery across Nigeria and beyond.
What is Givenchy Gentleman EDT?
Givenchy Gentleman EDT launched in 2017, created by perfumers Olivier Cresp and Nathalie Lorson, with Lorson also credited for Lalique Encre Noire EDT, which we already carry. Givenchy positioned this release as a complete reimagining of the iconic 1974 original, fronted by an advertising campaign starring actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, photographed by his wife, Sam Taylor-Johnson.
Fragrance Profile
Givenchy Gentleman EDT opens with pear, cardamom and pineapple, a vibrant, almost effervescent burst more than one reviewer specifically describes as an inviting, confident opening, softened by warm spice rather than a typical fresh citrus.
As it develops, the heart brings in iris, lavender and geranium, powdery and earthy rather than feminine, creating a creamy, almost suede-like texture. More than one reviewer specifically compares the leather here to Carolina Herrera CH Men Privé EDT, which we already carry, though genuinely more tamed and refined, with lighter, less in-your-face booze nuances.
The base settles into leather, black vanilla husk and patchouli, closing out a smooth, sensual warmth more than one reviewer describes as where the fragrance truly becomes the gentleman. It’s worth being honest that a smaller number of reviewers find the overall composition fairly generic and unremarkable, nice enough but nothing especially new.
Top Notes: Pear, Cardamom, Pineapple
Heart Notes: Iris, Lavender, Geranium
Base Notes: Leather, Black Vanilla Husk, Patchouli
Who Should Wear Gentleman?
Givenchy Gentleman EDT suits anyone who wants a genuinely versatile, modern, everyday signature rather than a heavy, overtly masculine statement. More than one reviewer specifically calls it their daily driver fragrance, literally wearable anytime, anywhere, more youthful and modern-feeling than the woodsier Gentlemen Only line.
Givenchy Gentleman EDT has also drawn genuine praise for feeling more youthful and floral-forward than older, woodsier interpretations of the same name, striking a balance that feels adult and sophisticated without tipping into anything overly mature.
Performance and Longevity
It’s genuinely worth being honest that within the wider Gentleman family, the EDT is generally considered the lighter performer, with more than one detailed reviewer specifically preferring the EDP for its slightly more unique notes and stronger overall performance, though this EDT remains a genuinely solid daily-wear option.
Two to three sprays on pulse points is a sensible starting point, and reapplying through the day is worth planning for given the genuinely lighter reported performance of this specific concentration.
Best Time to Wear Gentleman in Nigeria
One detailed reviewer specifically notes Givenchy Gentleman EDT works well outdoors in summer thanks to its pear and pineapple top notes, though it’s worth being honest that the same reviewer cautions against the very hottest summer days, which maps sensibly onto Nigeria’s climate as a strong daytime pick outside of the most intense heat.
Buying Gentleman From Maids Scents
Every Givenchy bottle we stock, including this 2017 Gentleman, comes from verified suppliers, so what you receive matches what you’d get through an authorised Givenchy retailer.
We deliver across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Kano, Enugu, Benin City and the rest of Nigeria, and we ship internationally for orders placed from outside the country.
You can read more about the fragrance on its Vivir review.
If you’re curious how it compares, Carolina Herrera CH Men Privé EDT is worth trying too, or browse our full range of masculine perfumes in Nigeria.
Givenchy Gentleman EDT is in stock now at Maids Scents.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.