Alternatives
Perfumes that smell like Gentleman
Gentleman by Givenchy (2017) is built around Pear, Lavender, Cardamom, Iris. Here are the ten perfumes in our encyclopedia that come closest, with what each one shares and what sets it apart.
« Powdery iris laid over pear and patchouli, in a modern suit. »
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Montblanc · 2017
Legend Night
Shared notes: Cardamom, Lavender, Black Vanilla, Patchouli. What differs: Mint, Clary Sage, Bergamot.
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Givenchy · 2018
Gentleman Eau de Parfum
Shared notes: Lavender, Iris, Black Vanilla, Patchouli. What differs: Pepper, Bergamot, Cinnamon.
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Montblanc · 2017
Emblem Absolu
Shared notes: Pear, Cardamom, Lavender, Patchouli. What differs: Mandarin, Pink Pepper, Fruity Notes.
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Jacomo · 1980
Jacomo de Jacomo
Shared notes: Cardamom, Lavender, Patchouli, Leather. What differs: Galbanum, Bergamot, Geranium.
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Parfums de Marly · 2009
Lippizan
Shared notes: Cardamom, Iris, Patchouli, Leather. What differs: Clary Sage, Thyme, Tarragon.
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Dior · 2007
Dior Homme Intense
Shared notes: Lavender, Iris, Pear. What differs: Ambrette, Cedar, Vetiver.
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Balmain · 2014
Extatic
Shared notes: Pear, Iris, Leather. What differs: Rose, Osmanthus, Orchid. Positioned as Feminine.
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Sisley · 2009
Eau de Sisley 2
Shared notes: Cardamom, Iris, Patchouli. What differs: Bergamot, Basil, Jasmine. Same family (Woody Floral). Positioned as Feminine.
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Rochas · 2020
Mademoiselle Rochas in Black
Shared notes: Leather, Black Vanilla. What differs: Blackberry, Black Tea, Bergamot. Positioned as Feminine.
Frequently asked questions
Which perfume smells most like Gentleman?
Based on our analysis of fragrance pyramids, Legend Night by Montblanc is the closest: it shares 4 notes with Gentleman, including Cardamom, Lavender, Black Vanilla.
What is an alternative to Gentleman from another house?
Legend Night (Montblanc, 2017) picks up Cardamom, Lavender, Black Vanilla in a different interpretation.
Which other Givenchy perfume is similar to Gentleman?
At Givenchy, Gentleman Eau de Parfum (2018) is the closest, sharing Lavender, Iris, Black Vanilla.
How is this ranking built?
We compare the top, heart and base notes of every perfume. Rare notes weigh more than very common ones like musk or bergamot; olfactory family and gender refine the score. Nothing replaces trying it on skin.