Gentleman Eau de Parfum Boisée

Gentleman Boisée was also co-created by Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp and its fragrance is classified as woody-floral-spicy. The composition is rich and counts on nobler raw materials, such as black pepper from Madagascar and Vietnam, essences of coriander from Russia and Ukraine, and geranium from Egypt, at the start. The central part features iris concretes from China and Italy, cocoa, and cedar from Virginia. The base of the olfactory pyramid reveals sandalwood from Australia, burning woods, and patchouli from Indonesia. On the skin, Gentleman Boisée brings together much of the DNA of the Eau de Parfum version but received a wood bath in place of the vanilla-balsamic accord of the latter. And in this aspect, I need to add a bit of information: this is the kind of woody scent that most men expect to know when they don't have much knowledge about the olfactory families. Unfortunately, fragrances full of syrupy cinnamon and laughable doses of cedar or sandalwood are often offered to them as good examples of woodsy. And the result ends up being a bad parameter of a good woody fragrance. Gentleman Boisée opens with a lot of pepper and the coriander reinforces the spicy and sweeter characteristics of the initial accord. The cocoa is easily noticed and even shows itself from the very beginning, as if it were at the top of the composition. And like a good cocoa note, it brings that drier and hotter chocolate powder smell, which breaks the sweetness of a good chocolate truffle when sprinkled around it. More than that, cocoa here behaves as if it were a relative of cinnamon powder within the universe of chocolates. Can you imagine? And you can't go any further with this Gentleman flanker, without mentioning the key ingredient since the pillar was revived in 2017: the iris. Again, absolutes were used to bring out a specific creaminess, like a thick butter, almost waxy. And as with the EDT version, the iris note here is neither uncomfortable nor overwhelming. It is smooth and sophisticated, perfect for those who cannot tolerate its powdery effect in excess. Many may think that the powdery facets come from it, but make no mistake: it is still the cocoa speaking the loudest. The evolution is heading towards a kind of balsamic bonbon with a minty effect, which brings the softness of sandalwood and the fluffy richness of patchouli leaves, here woodier. Gentleman Boisée even behaves like a semi-gourmand perfume, especially in milder temperatures. In terms of performance, Gentleman Boisée projects very poorly, staying very close to the skin. It's already clear to me that this is a positioning of the line since it was revived. But it lasts eight hours, without much effort, and despite looking like a more sober fragrance, it works well in corporate environments or on romantic occasions, without limiting the age group too much. Finally, I can understand the comparisons with fragrances from the Dior Homme line, as well as from the Valentino Uomo line. But can those who have one give up the other? I don't think so. They have different results: one is more floral, the other is more gourmand and this one is woodier. Gentleman Boisée was, without a doubt, one of the great launches of 2020, able to bring back that sparkle in the eyes of those who always eagerly awaited the launches of the most famous brands within the Designer segment. Today's gentleman wears iris, cocoa, and sandalwood and has an avatar on social media.

Hello everyone, just wanted to give my thoughts on this one. Just as I do the rest of the Gentleman line, I love it. Something about the Iris just works on my skin so perfectly. The thing about this one appears to be the versatility of this one. Similar to Gentleman Cologne, there is a brightness in Boisee that lasts the duration of the fragrance. In fact, if it wasn’t for the hint of smokiness this would be an easy wear anytime of year. It isn’t a strong smokiness as found in other favorites such as in Bentley for men intense, but nevertheless still there enough to notice on a 80+ degree Fahrenheit day. And besides, since Gentleman Cologne exists, clearly, it wasn’t Givenchy’s plan for us to wear it during the Summer months. Therefore, Spring/Fall are the best times to wear this one. Yes, it works perfectly in Winter as well. But again, Givenchy probably expects us to wear Gentleman EDP over Boisee. It just works so nicely on clothes. I have a night shirt I wear only to bed. Meaning I wear it multiple nights in a row without washing it. I sprayed it one night as a trial, and fell in love with it. Every time I go to wear that night shirt, I get that whiff of Boisee. I love it. Therefore, it’s hard for me to not want to wear it. I’ve been going through my 100ml bottle so quickly, as I have with the entire line. It’s just an amazing line. Longevity isn't as terrible as some would make it out to be. So I will be as clear as I can be. The moniker “Gentleman” is what people have to keep in mind. A Gentleman shouldn’t shout, just let his presence be known. This does that perfectly. If I spray my clothes, once on each forearm, and one on each shoulder, I notice I don’t go anosmic to it. If air spray around my head/neck region, I go anosmic after an hour, because I will take my mask off and there it is. So I highly recommend to everyone, Don’t spray around your head region if you are one of those who claims, it’s gone after 10 minutes. Another thing, DON’T bury your nose into the region you applied the fragrance. Again, you WILL go anosmic to it. Just because you don't smell it, doesn’t mean everyone else can’t. I have been told various times this by co-workers. Givenchy again, sticking to the moniker Gentleman nailed it.

The evening is just beginning, and you find yourself sitting at the bar of Le Meurice, the Parisian hotel known for its elegance and quiet luxury. The polished wood, the golden accents, and the soft hum of conversation around you create an atmosphere that is both lively and refined. The air is cool, but inside, warmth radiates from the crystal chandeliers above, their light reflecting off the marble floors. You’re dressed in a tailored Tom Ford black suit, sharp and sleek, the rich texture of the fabric adding depth to your refined presence. Beneath the suit, a sleek dark grey Loro Piana turtleneck adds an air of refined sophistication, its softness contrasting with the crispness of the suit. Your shoes—polished Crockett & Jones—glint softly in the low light as you lean back in your seat, savoring the drink in front of you, its rich amber liquid catching the light. The fragrance that clings to your skin is Gentleman Eau de Parfum Boisée by Givenchy—a fragrance that speaks of quiet luxury and a sensual kind of strength. It opens with a spicy, aromatic burst of cardamom and black pepper, the warm heat of the spices igniting your senses, much like the first sip of an expertly crafted old fashioned. It’s sharp but refined, a nod to the complexities of life’s more sophisticated pleasures. As it settles into your skin, the fragrance becomes more intimate, like the lingering warmth of the drink in your hand. The heart reveals smooth iris and cedarwood, the woodiness deep and comforting, like the worn leather of an armchair in the corner, inviting you to relax but still full of strength. A dry, smoky depth takes shape, with patchouli and tonka bean adding a rich sweetness that balances the sharpness from earlier—sophisticated yet warm, like the warmth that envelops you as you share a quiet conversation in the plush surroundings. Gentleman Eau de Parfum Boisée is for the man who knows how to enjoy life’s pleasures without flaunting them. It is a scent that lingers long after the night ends, leaving a trace of elegance and quiet confidence behind. It's the kind of scent that, like the perfect cocktail, never overpowers but always leaves a lasting impression.

I'm a bit conflicted I tried Gentleman Boisée at a department store over a month ago and it was love at first sniff. There was a strong iris accord that smelled really close to that of Green Irish Tweed, but the scent overall was woody and powdery, creamy even. Some time ago I found a pretty much brand new bottle no box for $45 on Reddit and pulled the trigger immediately, but now that I have it (and it's authentic as far as I know), it smells different from what I remember. There's still plenty of iris here, but it's way more subdued and is instead blended amazingly with the woody notes and the spices. The scent's creaminess of the iris-cacao pod combo is still present, and this is still an excellent and manly woody-iris fragrance, but I'm conflicted because it doesn't smell how I remember it. It still smells amazing and I love it but it's not quite there, I'm unsure if it could be a batch variation thing, but I have no way to know what batch is the tester I had tried. Gentleman Boisée is, in my opinion, the second best Gentleman flanker after Society and infinitely better than Reserve Privée (but to be fair I still haven't tried a few flankers). Another thing, in a way this kind of reminds me a bit of CH Men but without the weird grass smell, more woody and less powdery. This is definitely fall-winter signature scent worthy and a pretty inexpensive one too. Performance is pretty good, as is the case with all the Givenchys I've tried. Projection is pretty strong at first but dries down to a moderate projection rather quickly, and then stays that way for about 2-3 hours before becoming a skin scent. Sillage is dense and you'll be able to catch whiffs of it pretty easily and constantly. Longevity is also great, it's been 8 hours since I sprayed and it's still detectable on skin but it's a bit faint. I'm confident this'll perform even better in cooler weather.

الرائحة غير ماتوقعت تماما، ممتاز ولكن مختلف عن وصف البعض اهم مفاجئة ان الرائحة ليست سوسنية، ليس فيها رائحة السوسن وبودريته. الرائحة الطاغية هي خشب العطور (وليس خشب حقيقي، اي رائحة ترابية كريمية قليلا) مع بودرة الكاكاو ولكن خفيفة وليست قورماندية (شيء جيد) تقريبا هذه هي الرائحة الطاغية الا اذا ركزت بشكل مبالغ لشم باقي النوتات. الرائحة جيدة وخفيفة وانيقة وليست صاخبة. خامة نوتة الخشب المستخدمة اعجبتني جدا فيها اناقة وفخامة لا خفيفة ولا ثقيلة. ماجربت الفوحان ولكن اتصور انه خفيف ويجب عليك الاكثار من الرش لان انتشاره ضعيف اخف من نسخة البرايف الرائحة ٨.٥ مميز ويسحق الاقتناء ولكن انتبه انه لايعتبر فرع عن جنتلمان الاصل لان ليس فيه رائحة السوسن، بل يعتبر عطر منفصل باقي العوامل لا اعلم الى الان - The scent is completely different from what I expected. It is excellent, but not as some people describe it. The biggest surprise is that it is not an iris fragrance at all. There is no iris note and no powdery iris character. The dominant profile is perfumery woods, not real wood, meaning a slightly creamy, earthy woody smell, combined with light cocoa powder. It is not gourmand, which is a good thing. This is essentially the main scent unless you focus excessively to pick up the other notes. The fragrance is pleasant, light, and elegant, not loud at all. I really liked the variant of the woody note used here. It has elegance and a refined feel, neither light nor heavy. I have not tested the projection yet, but I expect it to be on the lighter side, requiring more sprays due to weak projection from my land and clothes when I smell it myself. It is lighter than the Prive version. Scent 8.5/10 Distinctive and worth owning, but be aware that it should not be considered a flanker of the original Gentleman, as it does not contain an iris note at all. It should be treated as a standalone fragrance. Other aspects are still unknown to me at this point.