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Gentlemen Only Absolute 2016

7.9 / 10 249 Ratings
A popular perfume by Givenchy for men, released in 2016. The scent is spicy-sweet. It is being marketed by LVMH.
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Main accords

Spicy
Sweet
Woody
Oriental
Gourmand

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes Top Notes
BergamotBergamot
Heart Notes Heart Notes
CinnamonCinnamon NutmegNutmeg SaffronSaffron
Base Notes Base Notes
VanillaVanilla SandalwoodSandalwood

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Scent
7.9249 Ratings
Longevity
7.4218 Ratings
Sillage
7.1217 Ratings
Bottle
7.6240 Ratings
Value for money
7.782 Ratings
Submitted by OPomone, last update on 11/12/2025.

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KimJong

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Helpful Review 3  
Less seductive, less refinedness, but much more versatile
As others have already mentioned, this piece is one of the Spicebomb types and features vivid and distinctive cinnamon. I'd like to add just how Gentlemen Only Absolute differs from competitors like Spicebomb, Bvlgari MIB, L'Occitane Eau des Baux, and etc.

1. Not really boozy. So there is no impression of profligate or free-spiritedness. It is not as seductive or alluring as it is.

2. Not ostentatious. Once this scent itself is not very noticeable, and its performance is also. The longevity is sufficient, but the projection can only be recognized from a really close distance.

3. There is something like a vanilla-based creamy soapy water, and there is a coldness in the middle that almost feels metallic. Maybe Spicy Nutmeg. I really like this part. However, this soapy water is slightly old school, thus adding a mature vibe to the scent. I think GOA is too mature for people under 30.

4. And because of the above three factors, GOA is maybe suitable for day-time offices. But is it really a good scent in the office? Not certain. And also it's a bit modest to wear at clubs or social gatherings. In my opinion, it can be worn anywhere, but not the best anywhere.

5. Anyway it should be said that it has much greater general purpose compared to Spicebomb. It is okay to wear it now, which is mid-April, not winter. And it's a pretty good choice for Cinnamon fans who will always want to wear this kind of scent.

6. There's a shortcoming of course. Ambiguous rather than shortcoming. A sweet element that can never be said to be few. This sweet part is not very elaborate. I read some comments comparing GOA to 1 Million, and I don't agree with that, but I can fully understand that the assessment comes out anyway. This means that the sweetness of GOA is considered an ordinary cliché.

7. GOA's sweet type is yummy vanilla which reminds us of Givenchy Pi in part, with a soft and dark smoky flavor like a baked marshmallow. And I don't know why, but I sense some coffee. It may be a good factor for dark vanilla fans, but it gives me a younger impression too much.

8. So here's my conclusion: The use of scents and the age range of the main target of it are not clear. It is well-made enough, but it is a little old fashion for young people to wear, and it is too flat a sweet taste for mature adults to wear. At night time, GOA is certainly inferior to Herod, Mancera Red Tobacco, Spicebomb or so. It can only be a better choice than them in the office, but there are already many other good perfumes for the office. If you already have a few bottles of perfume, maybe there's almost no reason to include it in your collection.

9. Nevertheless I bought this, because I really love the scent of Spicebomb type. Despite being really fond of it, it is often difficult to wear this type of perfume. For example, I won't be able to wear them during light tea time or confession time (although it's been so long since I've been to the church, anyway). But GOA can share more of my daily lives than them, except for funerals.
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Winter beast
This is a Gorgeous Fragrance, Elegant, Classy, Spicy, Refined and Warm. Unfortunately, It is hard to find and discontinued. Givenchy Gentleman Only Absolute along with Spicebomb and Bvlgari Man In Black are Suitable for the Cold Weather. All of them have a unique spicy Composition and Well-blended. It opens up with slightly sweet fresh spicy and spices notes in the background then dry down is creamy vanilla woody. This scent has High Quality in the dry down. The Cinnamon and The Vanilla notes are dominant in this perfume. I Really enjoy it and I'm so happy that I have it in my collection . Longevity is good.
I have some availability,hit me up if interested.
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Guitar2016

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High Quality
This is a Gorgeous Fragrance, Elegant, Classy, Spicy, Refined and Warm. Unfortunately, It is hard to find and discontinued. Givenchy Gentleman Only Absolute along with Spicebomb and Bvlgari Man In Black are Suitable for the Cold Weather. All of them have a unique spicy Composition and Well-blended. It opens up with slightly sweet fresh spicy and spices notes in the background then dry down is creamy vanilla woody. This scent has High Quality in the dry down. The Cinnamon and The Vanilla notes are dominant in this perfume. I Really enjoy it and I'm so happy that I have it in my collection . Longevity is good. Highly Recommended.
Two Thumbs Up.
Rating : 8.5 / 10
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pudelbonzo

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Helpful Review 10  
not boring at all
Soon my best friend has a birthday and I'm once again diving into men's fragrances to find a gift for him.

My anxious question about whether my obligatory scent gifts would become boring was vehemently denied by my men, as none of them like to hang around in perfume shops - they prefer to leave that to me.
Apparently, they all suffer from acute "time shortage" - but they do enjoy wearing fragrances.
So be it.

I already delighted Mr. Forester with Gentlemen Only for Christmas, and now I tried Absolute.

This fragrance also carries the Givenchy signature, but it follows its own path.
Woody, spicy, and oriental is how it is announced on the cover - for the "absolute" gentleman.
I gladly endorse the adjectives, but the scent doesn't necessarily need a pinstripe suit to make an impact.
It will also suit my biking forest man, who loves to wear his leather gear.
Of course, he is an "absolute" gentleman in his attitude.

Absolute is soft and deep, and very approachable.
The fresh bergamot harmoniously pairs with the spicy nutmeg and the sweet cinnamon, emphasized by elegant saffron.
The vanilla is soft again, and sandalwood wraps around it in a creamy way.

A fragrance that signals closeness - and allows it as well.
Just right for my rugged "cuddle bear".
The oriental hints would fit better in winter - but the birthday falls in summer.

Although it is another Gentlemen Only, Absolute will not bore the birthday boy, as it is more the cuddly version of the already existing Only.

And even rugged men like to cuddle.
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Simonsensus

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Gentleman in a Shirt, Ralph Lauren Sweater, and Worn Leather Jacket
Leather jacket "young Romans" (by Falco and off we go.
A masculine scent that even women in their 20s really like.
A fragrance that shows women who the man is, but at the same time has a very pleasant and attractive effect on women.
But folks, this scent is not for the insecure.
This scent is pure arrogance.
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A juice similar to Joop Parfum then Spicebomb - this is smokier. It's really smooth and lovely
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1
Very gentleman-ly! Structured as a classic fragrance, but cinnamon and vanilla gives it a sexy edge. Still not sure if too sexy for office
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9 years ago
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Time and again it shows,
that people tend to have prejudices.
Just wait and see!
Maybe it will become your favorite scent. :-)
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7
Sweet brew, has nothing in common with the original Gentlemen. For my nose, somewhere between Tabac Man Fire Power and Spicebomb.
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7
Spicy-woody scent that maintains a certain distinguished coolness in warmth and doesn't overwhelm despite its moderate sweetness.
-unisex-
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8 years ago
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“Mom, why does the man smell like cookies?”
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I perceive more herbal-spicy notes in the Absolute. Sillage is very close to the skin. Overall, a successful fragrance.
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6
A century scent that reveals little to us.
Little sillage, little doubt. A fragrance for delicate shared love.
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5
Cinnamon bomb with nutmeg that embodies winter and the Christmas season for me. Best in freezing temperatures. Pure gentlemen!
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5
An absolutely interesting winter scent. Unfortunately, I don't own it myself, but I think everyone should give it a try!
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