Eaudemoiselle de Givenchy Clones

"### First Impressions & Dry Down EauDeMadame Velvet Amber opens with a citrus blast: primarily lemon and tangerine. The basil is present but subtle, a green counterpoint to the bright citrus. It mimics Eaudemoiselle's opening well, achieving perhaps 85% accuracy. The heart reveals the rose and ylang-ylang. I detect a slight difference here; the rose in the clone has a sharper, almost metallic edge compared to the softer, more rounded rose of the Givenchy original. The drydown is where the clone truly departs. The musk is more prominent, leaning slightly powdery. The ambrette is dialed back. The tonka bean provides a creamy sweetness, but it lacks the depth found in Eaudemoiselle. ### The Performance Stats Longevity is moderate. Expect around 4-5 hours on skin, with projection strongest in the first hour. It projects at arm's length initially, settling closer to the skin thereafter. Not bad point. ### To Buy or Not to Buy? EauDeMadame Velvet Amber is a decent interpretation of Eaudemoiselle de Givenchy. The opening is convincingly close. The heart and base deviate more noticeably, showcasing a slightly synthetic quality. If Eaudemoiselle is priced 10x higher, this clone presents a worthwhile compromise for casual wear. Someone wanting to explore the original DNA without a high investment would enjoy this."

"### The Verdict EauDeMadame De Giovany is a respectable approximation of Eaudemoiselle. The synthetic quality in the floral heart is the primary difference. If you enjoy the Givenchy fragrance but find it overpriced, this is a decent substitute. It offers a pleasant, if not perfectly identical, experience . For those seeking a very close, high-quality recreation, the original is still the better choice, but for everyday wear, this clone is a viable option. Buy if on a very tight budget and enjoy a mild floral musk. ### How it Smells EauDeMadame De Giovany opens with a bright, citrus-forward accord. The Amalfi lemon is immediately apparent, followed by a noticeable tangerine note. Basil provides a green, herbal counterpoint but is slightly less pronounced than in Eaudemoiselle de Givenchy. The heart presents a rose tincture and ylang-ylang blend. The rose is sweeter here, less photorealistic than the original, leaning toward rosewater. The ylang-ylang adds a creamy, floral depth. The base is a musky, ambrette, and tonka bean combination. The musk is clean and prominent, while the ambrette contributes a subtly sweet, powdery aspect. The tonka is subdued, adding a touch of warmth. Compared to Eaudemoiselle, this clone captures roughly 81% of the original's character. The citrus opening is quite similar, but the rose and ylang-ylang exhibit a slight synthetic edge that the Givenchy avoids. ### The Performance Stats Longevity is moderate. I detected it on skin for around 4 hours, with projection being relatively soft after the initial hour. It sits close to the skin as a gentle floral musk. Sillage is minimal."