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Givenchy III

1970Men

green up front, then earthy, settling into woody.

Givenchy III by Givenchy is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women. Givenchy III was launched in 1970. Givenchy III was created by Jean François Latty and Raymond Chaillan. Top notes are Galbanum, Aldehydes, Gardenia, Bergamot, Peach and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Hiacynth, Orris Root, Narcissus, Carnation, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley and…

green earthy woody aromatic

Noses: Raymond Chaillan · Jean François Latty

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Galbanum, Aldehydes, Gardenia, Bergamot, Peach, Mandarin Orange
Heart· 2–4h
Hiacynth, Orris Root, Narcissus, Carnation, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Vetiver, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Coconut

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

82%

73%

64%

60%

59%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall32%Spring31%Summer20%Winter17%Day68%Night32%Wears unisex44%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Givenchy picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Givenchy III smell like?

green up front, then earthy, settling into woody. Dominant accords: green, earthy, woody.

What notes are in Givenchy III?

Top: Galbanum, Aldehydes, Gardenia, Bergamot, Peach, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Hiacynth, Orris Root, Narcissus, Carnation, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Coconut.

How long does Givenchy III last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Givenchy III loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Givenchy III best for?

Fall is the top pick (32%). Spring is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Givenchy III?

Day wear leads at 68%. Night is a secondary pick at 32%.

Is Givenchy III for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 44% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Givenchy III?

Composed by Raymond Chaillan and Jean François Latty. Released in 1970.