The smell in short
The first thing you smell is lavender and jasmine. The heart brings cypress and juniper berries. On the skin it settles into oakmoss and balsam fir. Overall it smells aromatic and woody.
- Came out
- 1986
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
Xeryus 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
About Givenchy Xeryus EDT
Xeryus EDT comes from Givenchy. This one is the Eau de Toilette.
How long it lasts
This is a long lasting scent: expect about 6 to 9 hours on skin. As an Eau de Toilette, it is lighter than an Eau de Parfum, so it fades sooner. It lasts longer than Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir. Base notes like oakmoss and balsam fir are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Its style
The strongest accord is aromatic (100%), followed by woody and fresh spicy. You will probably like it if you enjoy aromatic and woody smells and notes like cypress and oakmoss. Less obvious notes include green notes, carnation and leather. Perfume fans rate it 4.28 out of 5.
When in the day to wear Xeryus
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its aromatic side keeps it clean and easy.
Xeryus price per bottle size
In Europe it costs about €90, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs less than Guerlain Heritage and Dior Fahrenheit.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Guerlain Vetiver Guerlain and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir.
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Perfumes that smell like Xeryus
These perfumes have a close smell: Guerlain Heritage (20 shared notes), Dior Fahrenheit (15 shared notes), Guerlain Vetiver Guerlain (11 shared notes) and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir (13 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir starts from €34.
More questions
When did Xeryus come out?
It came out in 1986.
Is Xeryus good for summer?
It is better in spring. In hot weather it can feel heavy.
Can women wear it?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.