Gentleman Eau de Toilette Intense

Givenchy Gentleman Boise is what really kicked me into moving beyond the few fragrances I always kept and rotated depending on the season. I still think the Boise is the best in the line only because of its versatility and freshness for a dry iris and wood scent. There's nothing syrupy about Boise and now, a few years later, I finally pulled the trigger on intense. Is it as good as people seem to suggest? To me, yes. Is it as unique? I don't know. I don't really care how unique a fragrance is: if it works for you, it works. That said, I feel like I'm wearing jazz club without all the booze. Does anyone else find gentleman intense 80% or more the same as jazz club? Now that I have both, I need to try each on an arm and see, but if I'm not imagining the similarities, it almost makes this fragrance even more brilliant. Let me explain. If you haven't put your nose in jazz club, make sure you do asap. It is flat out gorgeous and dripping with a boozy sexiness that is hard to explain. When I first tried it, I immediately thought of the first time I tried la nuit du l'homme. I was in my early twenties and had been wearing burberry brit almost exclusively for a few years when I followed my girlfriend at the time into a Sephora. While she wandered along the one side of the store adorned with women's perfumes, I headed to the opposite side out of boredom. I remember a very attractive young woman coming up to me and grabbing my arm with both hands as if we knew one another while she excitedly told me "you have to try this new ysl fragrance that we just got in recently! It will blow your mind!" She continued to hold my arm beyond what anyone would consider appropriate for the situation, led me to the bottle and 🤯! She first sprayed the inside of my arm and excitedly inhaled deeply as the tip of her cute nose brushing the inside of my forearm. She stood back up strait and made an audible moan that instantly made me think of doing blow with a few hot sorority girls my friends and I knew in college because that's the sort of pleasure she seemed to get out of it. Well, needless to say I bought as much as my bank account would let me. This is the original release that lasted all night and left a trail behind you that women would instinctively follow like sharks following a trail of blood in the ocean to a bleeding fish. Jazz club is like that. It is incredibly sexy and nearly universally beloved by nearly every woman I've encountered in any environment or situation, or read from any comments or online reviews. But it's a date fragrance and a boozy one at that. Which brings me from 3 degrees of fragrance separation back to the one I intended to comment on. I wasn't expecting it, but gentlemen intense is like a more versatile jazz club. It's close enough to my nose to be a dupe of jazz club. At the same time, where it differs is the heavy booze note which is what requires such a unique situation and environment to pull off. If you wear jazz club to work, your co-workers will think you showed up to work after a few drinks or still awake and directly in from a crazy all-nighter. In place of the jazz club booze, gentleman intense has a green note (I think from the basil) that somehow had a much bigger impact than it should. Its like someone you've known for years putting on a pair of glasses and suddenly transforming into a completely unrecognizable stranger. It's the same basic fragrance, but that little twist just makes it so much more versatile and office/daytime friendly. So all that's to say that if you love smelling sexy AF when you're out on a date or dressed to the nines while out for the night and you're tired of wearing the usual suspects at the office, you can now smell just as good no matter what time of day or season without worrying about your boss surprising you with an intervention for what they assume is your drinking problem. I know Givenchy gets a lot of hype from the community for a designer house, but to my taste, they really are a cut above the rest. This, gentlemen only, Boise, the original and the edp all stand on their own. I hear the classic pi is worth trying as well. Reserve privy was too similar to Boise but with a boozy note again. Regardless, this house just does fragrance right.

Opening Gentleman Eau de Toilette Intense begins with a fresh, aromatic burst of cardamom, basil, and bergamot, immediately setting a sophisticated tone. The basil adds a vibrant green character, while the bergamot provides a touch of crisp citrus that feels bright yet restrained. This freshness is subtly enriched by the presence of coumarin, which amplifies the natural sweetness of the bergamot without overpowering it. Beneath this lively opening lies the sturdy, grounding presence of cedarwood, detectable from the start. It acts as a steady anchor, ensuring the scent remains balanced. The interplay between the greens, the gentle spice of cardamom, and the warmth of coumarin creates an elegant introduction that is both clean and intriguing—a refined freshness that invites you in. Heart As the fragrance transitions to its heart, the iris begins to bloom, revealing a smooth, powdery floral character that feels luxurious and polished. The coumarin continues to play a supporting role, accentuating the iris's natural sweetness while ensuring it doesn’t become overly saccharine. The cypress adds a woody, resinous edge that balances the creamy softness of the iris, keeping the fragrance grounded and sophisticated. This stage is where the duality of freshness and warmth shines. The greens from the opening linger, blending seamlessly with the floral notes to create a composition that feels modern, airy, and deeply gentlemanly. The cedarwood remains subtly present in the background, adding depth and a sense of structure that enhances the fragrance’s elegant profile. Dry Down In the dry down, the cedarwood comes forward more prominently, providing a crisp, woody base that exudes quiet confidence. The coumarin, now softer, lends a warm, slightly almond-like sweetness that wraps the fragrance in a comforting finish. Together, these notes create a harmonious balance of richness and restraint, leaving behind a scent that is both cozy and refined. The sweetness of the coumarin never feels cloying, as it’s tempered by the natural greenness and woody dryness that persist throughout the composition. This ensures that Gentleman EDT Intense remains sophisticated and versatile, perfect for those who prefer understated elegance. Longevity Gentleman EDT Intense offers 6–8 hours of longevity on the skin, with a moderate projection that creates an intimate, yet noticeable scent trail. The layers unfold beautifully, maintaining a balance between freshness and depth as the fragrance evolves. Versatility This fragrance is a perfect choice for spring, fall, and mild winter days, where its balance of green freshness, creamy florals, and warm woods can truly shine. It transitions effortlessly between casual and formal settings, making it suitable for both daytime office wear and evening occasions. Its moderate profile ensures it’s never overpowering, yet always leaves a polished impression. In Short Gentleman Eau de Toilette Intense by Givenchy is a masterful blend of fresh greens, creamy iris, and warm coumarin, underpinned by the steadfast presence of cedarwood. The cedar adds structure, while the coumarin enhances the sweetness of the iris and bergamot without overwhelming the fragrance. The result is a scent that is clean, grounded, and effortlessly elegant—a versatile companion for the modern gentleman who values subtle sophistication and timeless style.

For me personally this is a near perfect scent. It's what renewed my interest in fragrances after a long time. This is a scent of the quality of Bvlgari Black or Dior's hypnotic poison. Hard hitters in my book. Unapologetic potentially disastrous scents for those who go too far down the rabbit hole. I wouldn't consider this a safe blind buy for the masses. for one thing it's shunned in the Gentleman line and takes some hate. So right there you can see its for a different crowd. Some reviewers here, like myself, find this addictive to our scent junky nature. Scents that make a statement when you enter a room.I'M HERE and I SMELL GREAT and you all love it don't you. Enveloping mysteriously darker scents not everyone understands nor cares for. This is the Scent I had been waiting for. I first got a whiff of this at my mother's funeral worn by my uncle Norman. We were in a moment of grief and when he walked up to give me a hug I just reveled in what he was wearing. He said givenchy intense...left the gentleman out and I ended up buying Insence ultramarine. On my second stab I opted to find an online best price that led me to Fragrancebuy.ca (highly recommend). I picked up Intense , Boisee and EDP semi blind but having read reviews and known the DNA of Intense. I always review fragrances while wearing them . What hits me is that it's dry woody smoky masculine. Definitely seductive gentleman territory. It's thickened with a lush vanilla that hangs under a powdery smoke haze. Earlier when I sprayed it on I got some faint floral blueberry like note that comes and goes. This is like many of the scents I like, Enveloping, warm but a seriously luxurious blend. It's refined and wears the gentleman name extremely deservedly so. For me this is date night or night out for good food in a good spot. It's very rich in scent so dosage in spraying is everything. I feel it could cloy on overspray and rub people the wrong way in close proximity. it's INTENSE for a reason. It's smoky woods. I believe women can pull this off because it reminds me a lot of hypnotic poison from Dior...don't freak out i didnt say smells like I said is reminiscent. The vanilla is carefully blended to be present without softening the gentleman too much and remain Tuxedo worthy. I should put this one in my top faves ...I end up liking too many scents.

This is a winner. What a well-blended perfume GGEDTI is. The only other modern Gentleman I have to compare is Reserve Privée, a sweet gourmand late night fragrance, but EDTI is quite different. Gentleman EDT Intense is clean, sophisticated and gentlemanly, complex, and yet still very versatile. It opens fresh and citrusy, but citrus note quickly gives up to fresh clean Spices and Cypress. While not listed, I can distinctly pick out Cumin - or at least a combination of notes provide a very similar feel. Together with the greens of Cypress, Basil, and Cardamom, it creates a clean, sophisticated, refreshingly spicy aroma - but not sweet spicy - think vaguely similar to Declaration by Cartier, minus the sweaty part. This stage continues for the most part of the fragrance. With time you can start picking up the Iris note in all that spiciness. As it settles, Iris and Cardamom slowly take over the clean spices, forming a sweetish powdery but - like a true Gentleman - restrained base. Iris is prominent but never too strong, never too sweet or lipsticky, never the main note. It doesn't get cloying or draws attention, but closely rides the line. If you're looking for beastly Iris fragrances like Prada Pour Homme or Dior Homme Intense - GGEDTI is not that. Prada is for attention, Gentleman EDT Intense is for subtlety. This concludes in a soft, powdery, woody aroma that has iris and woods in it, and coumarin turns the clean-spicy into warm-spicy - very cozy and inviting. Speaking of note strenght. Gentleman EDT Intense is so well blended - and you can clearly pick up most of the listed notes - but it's difficult to pick out key notes that "make" the fragrance. Because GGEDTI is a great and coherent blend, where notes are subtle and take turns as the fragrance evolves. The citrusy opening, the clean spices, the sweet iris - nothing is too strong - it's just perfect. This makes for an excellent versatility, making it a true all-rounder of a fragrance. Office, nights out, everyday - you have all your bases covered. Performance is also decent. Absolutely great fragrance.

First of all, it DOES NOT smell like Dior Homme Eau. Not even close. I don't feel/smell the resemblance. I own Dior Homme 2017, Dior Homme Intense 2019, a decant of Dior Homme Eau. DHE leans more zing(reminds me of ginger or YSL L'homme), Iris forward with aquatics and doesn't have the sweetness like GGEDTI. What I smell from Gentleman Intense is fresh opening and sweet powdery drydown. To my nose, I get a lot of basil and I guess the greeni-ness/pine is from the cypress. It could be the cardamom. Sorry, I'm not an expert of breaking down notes. It stays for about an hour and after that is sweet powdery iris. The perfume pyramid is quite accurate. Performance wise, the longevity is insane. I applied one spray on my inner elbow after I showered the night before to bed and it is still going! It is pushing 12+ hours and I can still smell it. Keep in mind, this is July and the highs is near or over 100* fahrenheit and night lows are in the high 60s-70s. Projection is arms length. Nothing too crazy but for this scent profile, it's amazing! All in all, if you want a safe iris fragrance that's not too heavy, meaning not lipsticky like Dior Homme line and is wearable(not overtly powdery like Dior Homme line), get Gentleman EDT Intense. This can be your signature scent because it checks most boxes. Safe for all occasions: work, dates, formal. All season except for high heat. It might be Not Safe For Work since I think this is perfect for dates because women will find this sexy as it dries down. I wanted to get either this or Prada L'Homme 'eau but I couldn't pass up on the price. I'd would like to try PLL in the near future. 10/10

I recently picked up Gentleman Givenchy EDT Intense from ForeverLux, and after spending some time with it, I’m excited to share my thoughts. The reviews I’ve read online were pretty positive, and I was on the lookout for something a little different from the usual fragrances in my rotation (Armaf, Versace, Polo, Prada, Tom Ford). At first glance, the term Intense in the name feels a bit contradictory to EDT (Eau de Toilette). When you hear Intense, you expect something bold, right? But this fragrance is actually a fresh and subtle take on something like Viktor & Rolf's Spicebomb Extreme—but without the heavy intensity. It shares a similar vibe with Prada L'Homme—though it's not as heavy on the iris—and Versace Pour Homme—but it dials down the citrus notes. What I really love about Gentleman Givenchy EDT Intense is that it strikes a perfect balance of sophistication. It’s woody, fresh, a bit sweet, spicy, with a slight creaminess and floral undertones. It doesn’t make a dramatic statement or turn heads in the way some fragrances do, but it's a refined, crisp scent that draws you in. While it might not have the lasting power of some heavier fragrances, I find myself enjoying it enough to reapply midday. It’s just that pleasant to wear! If you’re looking for a signature scent that’s classy yet easygoing, this could be a perfect fit.

Its the colder weather version of Dior Homme Eau for Men, now discontinued & also owned by LVMH; Givenchy EDT intense is a great 3 season scent that makes the entire Givenchy mens line useless once you get this one. Its a shame Givenchy is focusing on the Society line because their recent Society Sport entry isnt great. I wish the Gentleman line would introduce an EDT intense L'eau or Eau Fraiche . . Because adding citrus or aquatics to this DNA would make it identical to the legendary Dior Homme Eau For Men. . . Such a blunder that Dior under LVMH & Givenchy are neglecting warm weather iris. . . Seriously this stuffs great, compared to the other gentleman entries, this one has the best Iris note by far. EDP the spice & vanilla make the iris barely detectable. Yet intense EDT the iris is there the entire duration. This stuff is immaculate & I wish it was a 4 season scent but I still wear it during summer, this stuffs youthful but also mature, its sweet but not cloying or too sweet. Its basil & cypress add a crispness to it thats just stellar. GIVENCHY, owned by LVMH. . . You need to either bring back Dior Homme Eau for Men or release a warm weather iris, youre missing out on a large market... people still hunt down old bottles of it! This is literally a 90% copy of it & I love it

Personally, this is a fragrance that I will always have in my collection. On my 3rd bottle. Woody, spicy, and powdery. I want to mention that when you first open a new bottle of this beautiful stuff, the coumarin can seem a little too much as it dries but the good news is that once you get 20 percent into the bottle, the coumarin oils weaken and the iris oils come alive. This is a fragrance where the further you get into the bottle to let oxygen mix in and the longer it sits, the better the scent gets. Bergamot is very nice and quality in the opening. Nobody ever mentions that. You have to catch it as soon as it hits your skin because it doesn't last long but it's very enjoyable for the short time it lasts. The cardamom and basil are there as well. You get the powdery yet smooth iris in the opening and mid which smells great. Fresh blue iris. You can pick up the cypress, cedar and coumarin as well in the dry-down. This one is versatile for fall and winter. To me this is more of a relaxed, casual type of fragrance but you can dress it up as well. It brings compliments from women as well. For iris lovers this one is a must try I assure you. This one should cost more than it does. I can usually find it for around $45 which is a steal for a fragrance like this.

Givenchy Gentleman Intense is a sleeper hit, it's DNA is about 90% similar to JPG Paradise Garden but without the coconut and less sweet. It's a great fragrance and in my opinion tied for first place with 3 other Givenchy mens fragrances; Pi, Gentleman Society Extreme & Gentleman Intense. I love this fragrance, it's refined, last all day and isn't offensive, it's woody but crisp like a fresh fragrance. It's sweet but only just slightly. It's A true Iris fragrance. ONLY NEGATIVE; is the customer service in the u.s.a. they'll forget items, samples & promotions then not read your email, blame you & offer no compensation, worst of all the Givenchy Beauty customer support manager Harpreet does not read emails, she ignores return request thus artificially extending return window. It's corupt and bad business practices, they hire foreign workers who cant speak english & copy paste responses, i emailed them requesting a return & they responded "thank you for being a black ribbon member your order has arrived". The parent company LVMH obviously doesn't care. Dont purchase directly from them. BE WARNED. I had to send 50 emails, 6 phone calls, 2 calls to Givenchy headquarters in Paris and Facebook message & my issue never was resolved.

An interesting one, definitely try this one out before buying. Opening is really unique, a blast of greenery, cream and a bit of woods in the back. Top notes and cypress make for a really interesting opening which may be off putting to some, though it fades away rather quickly, after 15/20 min. Going into the mid and dry down it smells rather linear throughout the cycle, iris is the centre and core of this fragrance, woods just accent it and make it more rounded, wood and iris just blend together so well that I could not differentiate one from another, it is just one solid piece. Iris in this one is very soft and creamy, to me it resembles the creaminess and sweetness of the coconut, reminds me of it. Only thing that changes to me as the wearer, is the iris, it turns down the creaminess a bit and the woods peak out just a bit more, towards the 3/4h mark, while still remaining one solid piece. Overall a beautifully blended fragrance, only thing that sticks out is the opening. Lasts a long time, full day of work/school, moderate/light projection with 3 sprays (i usually am light on the trigger). Lightweight creamy iris fragrance, great for all year round use, less sprays in summer. Underrated, could be a cool unique signature.

OFICIAL NOTES Aromatic Floral Woody • Top : Bergamot, Cardamom essence Guatemala*, Basil essence Egypt • Heart : Cypress Essence Spain, concrete Blue orris China & Italy • Base : Cedarwood essence Virginia, Coumarin Fresh blue Iris embraces cedarwood in this addictively exhilarating fragrance. Inspired by the gentlest of men, Gentleman Eau de Toilette Intense pays homage to Hubert de Givenchy's unique personality combining confidence and sensitivity, encapsulating the very essence of a gentleman. Bergamot, basil, and cardamom open the fragrance with an immediate, crisp freshness, amplified by the sophistication and tenderness of blue iris. The scent is then intensified by the strength of cedarwood and the smoothness of coumarin. A deep contrast that reveals a resolutely captivating trail. it is not similar to Dior Homme Intense or Prada L'Homme/L'Homme L'eau

This is my favorite from the Gentleman line. Folks on YouTube always go on about how nice Gentleman Boisee is... but for me, I find this profile more pleasing – leaning more urbane than woodsy. I also get better performance out of it. I love the fresher lean of the basil, bergamot, and cypress notes here. And the blending of the iris is absolutely gorgeous. Classy... mature... sophisticated... well-put-together. Longevity is pretty solid. Only moderate projection.... but this fragrance LOVES to be oversprayed – apply liberally; you won't regret it. This might be the ultimate work-safe fragrance – low-key FANTASTIC. Good all-season versatility too... absolutely signature-worthy. Controversial take — I think this is a better iris + cardamom blend than Le Male Parfum. Love this stuff. Ordered an extra bottle.

The best out of the whole line. I've tried Cologne, the regular EDT, EDP, and Reserve Privee. Only one I haven't tried is Boisee. What I love about this is how the iris doesn't outshine the woods at all. They mix together beautifully to create a lovely coherent scent. Never ventures too far with the iris, so it never goes into DHI territory of lipstick. This is much more chill and relaxed and wearable and that versatility makes the fragrance even better. Smells so good with the weather getting colder. I spray this at home and it's makes such a nice cozy bubble around you. If you're interested in the Gentleman line, just save yourself the time/money and get this straight away. Cologne is a different type of fragrance, but the rest are pretty much interchangeable and this is the one to get.

After a year of trying this scent, I love it. Its my favorite from Givenchy & my personal favorite iris DNA! The basil & cypress really elevate it A LOT, its a great 3 season scent & stellar! Honestly, Givenchy is really suffering with their warm weather scents, like the new society sport which is terrible! What they need to do is release a sport version of EDT intense. . Its literally a heavier version of dior homme eau for men. Which was sadly discontinued & also owned by LVMH! Seriously, if they used this fragrance & added more citrus and more of an airy level to it they'd have a legendary fragrance! This is Literally the cold weather version of Dior Homme Eau for Men! Come on Givenchy! Step it up! This is iris done better than anything else & one of my favorite fragrances of all time!

Got this because I was told it was similar to Dior Homme Eau. It's not, but it still smells fantastic. The vanilla really sticks out in this one. It's kinda like a more flowery, powdery, sweeter version of D&G The one. Creamy, seductive with just enough spice. Great projection and even better longevity. As a matter of fact, I’m shocked this is an edt. Really above average performance for an edt. Pretty versatile fragrance for cooler weather. The longer I’ve had time to use this one more, the more I’ve come to appreciate it. My favorite of all time is Dior Homme Eau, and even though this goes into a different direction, I’m glad this one exists. Iris is such a seductive note in a men’s fragrance, especially if done artfully. And this is a beautifully crafted fragrance.

I have this on today and as soon as I caught some whiffs of it on the drydown I knew I had something that had a very similar aroma. At first I thought it was Spicebomb Extreme so I put some of that on one wrist, they're in the same ball park, but it wasn't what I was being reminded of. I had a look here to see what others have said and I spotted D&G The One EDP, and then it hit me what it really reminds me of, not exactly The One EDP, but The One Intense EDP, the flanker in the all black bottle with gold accents. I put them side by side and they're really similar. The D&G is a bit creamier whilst the Givenchy has a bit more smoke to it. Two beautiful fragrances either way - perfect for the coming cooler months and both really well priced, even for designer stuff.

Para mi ésto es una joya, huele tan fresco, tan limpio y único. Puede ser formal e informal a la misma vez. Frescura + iris (Me encanta esta nota). Me sorprendió ver tantos comentarios negativos sobre éste pero al final todo es relativo en esta vida. Tengo 3 botellas de ésto y pienso comprar más cuando vea algún buen descuento porque aparte de tener un espectacular aroma tiene un decente precio. Conforme me he metido mas en este tema de los perfumes me resulta fácil detectar que perfume lleva alguna persona en la calle y me alegra saber que ésto es casi secreto, nunca lo he olido en alguien más. En mi opinión dale la oportunidad ya que es bastante fuera de lo común y recibe cumplidos. Duración piel 5 hrs Proyección 2-3 hrs Duración ropa 7-8 hrs

My bottle came in the mail today and I must say that this fragrance is really good!! Very fresh and slightly unique opening, cardamom, basil and iris is what I get off top. Creamy sweet dry down with a hint of some woods but you still get a bit of that freshness from the opening. Nice fragrance that's not to loud and I don't believe this will be offensive to anyone who may be in close proximity to you. For me it's a love and I really like the house of givenchy because so far I've never been disappointed with any of my purchases from givenchy. If you want a nice fresh crowd pleasing scent I suggest you get this one ASAP!! I paid 67.00 on Amazon for a 100ml bottle and I'm good with it and I'm happy to have this fragrance in my collection 😍

This was a wonderful surprise and a welcomed change! This is masculine to my nose & I’m glad this doesn’t follow the ultra sweet trend. It’s fresh but it also has body. The addition of basil adds uniqueness to the fragrance. All the notes are blended together beautifully! I think this is great for the office or casual. Very versatile, however I think the only season I wouldn’t wear this would be summer. The creaminess I feel would be cloying. If you work in a climate controlled environment you should be good to go. Another solid release from the Givenchy Gentleman line. Longevity: 7-8 hrs Projection 2 hrs strong. Afterwards an arms length scent bubble. You will be noticed, in a good way. Leaves a nice scent trail! ❤️ 10/10 👍🏽👍🏽

It’s truly refreshing to experience a fragrance like this in a time when the market is dominated by overly sweet and, frankly, uninspired scents (or "safe" as some might call them). This one stands out as a fresh, mature, and refined composition that still delivers excellent performance. Alongside something like Prada L’Homme, it’s undoubtedly one of the best everyday scents - especially well-suited for the office or school environment. The scent leans distinctly green, with prominent woody notes complemented by beautifully harmonized ingredients like basil, bergamot, and iris. It strikes a perfect balance - subtle yet captivating - which makes it hard to imagine anyone outright disliking it. A solid 8/10 from me.