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Givenchy Pi
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Pi

Citrus
Fresh
Floral
White Floral
Green
Aromatic
Woody
EDT · 1998 · mens

Givenchy's Pi arrived in 1998 as a bold statement in men's fragrance, arriving during an era when designers were experimenting with sweeter, more unconventional profiles for the category. The house leaned into gourmand territory with purpose, creating something that challenged the typical masculine fragrance rulebook.

Pi opens with herbal brightness, leading with basil and tarragon alongside mandarin orange and rosemary, giving it an unexpected herbaceous lift. The heart softens considerably, introducing anise and neroli with geranium and lily of the valley providing floral structure. The base is where Pi's gourmand identity solidifies, with tonka bean, almond, and benzoin building a creamy, sweet foundation over cedar and vanilla. The overall effect is aromatic but decidedly candy-like, balancing savory herbs against pure gourmand sweetness.

This fragrance suits those drawn to sweeter men's fragrances who appreciate a touch of herbal complexity. It works best in cooler months or as an evening choice, where its dessert-like quality feels appropriate. Pi remains distinctive for leaning fully into gourmand without becoming cloying. Discover similar profiles in The Romantic, The Hedonist, and The Heirloom.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
60%
Fresh
32%
Floral
59%
White Floral
20%
Green
35%
Aromatic
77%
Woody
22%
Balsamic
22%
Vanilla
80%
Sweet
100%
Gourmand
100%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Basil
Basil
Sweet, spicy, and vividly herbal, basil has a green freshness with slightly anise-like and peppery facets that make it more complex than most culinary herbs. In perfumery it adds a lively, Mediterranean quality and pairs beautifully with citrus and woody notes. An underused note that rewards those who seek it out.
Mandarin Orange
Mandarin Orange
Rosemary
Rosemary
Herbal, camphorous, and slightly pine-like, rosemary is a Mediterranean herb with a clean, almost medicinal crispness. It adds freshness and a culinary familiarity to fragrances, grounding more abstract notes in something real. A pillar of classic fougère (fern) fragrances and modern herbal compositions.
Tarragon
Tarragon
Anise-like, green, and slightly sharp, tarragon has a distinctive herbal character with a faint licorice quality that is more delicate than star anise. It adds a French culinary elegance to fragrances, evoking fine dining and herb gardens. Surprisingly versatile, it appears in both fresh aromatic and oriental compositions.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Anise
Anise
Sweet, warm, and intensely licorice-like, anise seed has a Mediterranean, medicinal sweetness that is simultaneously familiar and distinctive. In perfumery anise adds a warm, aromatic depth that bridges spice and gourmand families. Used in oriental compositions and masculine fragrances to add a slightly unusual, warming sweetness.
Geranium
Geranium
Green, rosy, and slightly minty, geranium is one of perfumery's most useful ingredients, sitting at the intersection of floral, herbal, and green families. Rose geranium adds a natural, slightly ragged freshness to rose accords that synthetic rose can't match. It grounds floral compositions in something earthy and real.
Lily Of The Valley
Lily Of The Valley
Crisp, green, and dewy, this spring flower smells like rain on cool grass with a clean, soap-like clarity. It's one of perfumery's most requested scents despite being nearly impossible to extract naturally, so it's almost always recreated synthetically. The result is fresh, tender, and timelessly elegant.
Neroli
Neroli
Distilled from bitter orange blossoms, neroli sits at the intersection of citrus and floral, bright and slightly waxy, with a honeyed depth that other citrus notes lack. It's one of the most complex natural ingredients in perfumery, simultaneously fresh and rich. A little neroli makes almost any fragrance feel expensive.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Almond
Almond
Sweet, warm, and slightly creamy, almond has a marzipan-like quality that sits at the edge of floral and gourmand. It's softer and rounder than vanilla, with a gentle nuttiness that adds warmth without weight. Often used in classic powdery florals and in oriental compositions that want sweetness without sugar.
Benzoin
Benzoin
Sweet, warm, and balsamic, benzoin resin smells like vanilla mixed with incense, with a powdery, slightly medicinal edge. It adds a comforting warmth and fixative quality to oriental fragrances, and blends beautifully with spices. Often used to smooth and round off sharp edges in complex base notes.
Cedar
Cedar
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean
Sweet, powdery, and almond-like with hay-like, slightly tobacco undertones, tonka bean is one of perfumery's most useful base notes. It shares coumarin with fresh hay and freshly cut grass, adding a warmth that feels nostalgic and comforting. Essential in gourmand and soft oriental fragrances.
Vanilla
Vanilla
Warm, sweet, and universally appealing, vanilla is to fragrance what salt is to cooking. Real vanilla is complex and slightly smoky, though most perfumery vanilla is synthetic and reads as clean, sweet, and creamy. It slows the evaporation of other notes and is the reason certain fragrances feel like a second skin.
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The RomanticBest match85% match
Your fragrance is a love letter you never stop writing.

Warm roses, vanilla, amber, creamy musks. Soft, evolving, intimate.

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The Hedonist85% match
More is more. You've always known this.

Opulent, rich, long-lasting. Vanilla, amber, dense florals, gourmand warmth.

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The Heirloom85% match
You carry something beautiful that most people have forgotten.

Powdery, soft, classically sweet. Iris, aldehydes, gentle florals, quiet vintage warmth.

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Scent Profile
Citrus60%Fresh32%Floral59%White Floral20%Green35%
Fragrance Family
Gourmand
EDT
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Givenchy Pi— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Pi is $42.02. Without a coupon the lowest price is $42.02. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for Givenchy Pi? +
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Is $42.02 a good price for Pi? +
Yes. The current best price is $42.02 and MSRP is $199.00. At $42.02 you save 79% vs retail.
What does Givenchy Pi smell like? +
Givenchy's Pi arrived in 1998 as a bold statement in men's fragrance, arriving during an era when designers were experimenting with sweeter, more unconventional profiles for the category. The house leaned into gourmand territory with purpose, creating something that challenged the typical masculine fragrance rulebook. Pi opens with herbal brightness, leading with basil and tarragon alongside mandarin orange and rosemary, giving it an unexpected herbaceous lift. The heart softens considerably, introducing anise and neroli with geranium and lily of the valley providing floral structure. The base is where Pi's gourmand identity solidifies, with tonka bean, almond, and benzoin building a creamy, sweet foundation over cedar and vanilla. The overall effect is aromatic but decidedly candy-like, balancing savory herbs against pure gourmand sweetness. This fragrance suits those drawn to sweeter men's fragrances who appreciate a touch of herbal complexity. It works best in cooler months or as an evening choice, where its dessert-like quality feels appropriate. Pi remains distinctive for leaning fully into gourmand without becoming cloying. Discover similar profiles in The Romantic, The Hedonist, and The Heirloom.
What are the notes in Givenchy Pi? +
Top: Basil, Mandarin Orange, Rosemary, Tarragon. Heart: Anise, Geranium, Lily Of The Valley, Neroli. Base: Almond, Benzoin, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Vanilla.
What fragrance family is Pi? +
Givenchy Pi belongs to the Gourmand fragrance family. It is an EDT.
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Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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