Givenchy L'Interdit 2
How it smells
The first thing you smell is big strawberry. The heart brings violet and sunflower. On the skin it settles into sandalwood and musk. Overall it smells floral and powdery.
- Came out
- 1993
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
L'Interdit 2 notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
A closer look at Givenchy L'Interdit 2
L'Interdit 2 is made by Givenchy.
Longevity on skin
It lasts a medium time, about 3 to 6 hours on skin. Nino Cerruti 1881 and Givenchy Amarige last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like sandalwood and musk are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €45. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Nino Cerruti 1881 but less than Givenchy Amarige.
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Sillage and projection
Projection is medium: people near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance. Nino Cerruti 1881 and Givenchy Amarige spread further.
Who will like L'Interdit 2
The strongest accord is floral (100%), followed by powdery and sweet. You will probably like it if you enjoy floral and powdery smells and notes like violet and sandalwood. Less obvious notes include jasmine and incense. Perfume fans rate it 3.89 out of 5.
L'Interdit 2 through the year
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: spring, fall, winter and summer.
Other versions
There is 1 other version of this perfume, released in 2025.
L'Interdit 2 dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Nino Cerruti 1881 (6 shared notes), Gianni Versace Red Jeans (5 shared notes), Givenchy Amarige (5 shared notes) and Parfums Gres Cabotine Variety (6 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Gianni Versace Red Jeans starts from €28.
Questions people ask
Can men wear L'Interdit 2?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
Can I wear L'Interdit 2 to work?
Yes, it suits daytime and the office well.
When did it come out?
It came out in 1993.