Reserve Privee

Conclusion

It captures the essence of the original . Sure, it has some synthetic edges, but they're not deal-breakers. This is a perfect daily driver for fall and winter evenings, date nights, or anytime you want to smell sophisticated without breaking the bank.

Scent Breakdown

Albait Aldimashqi's Reserve Privee aims for Gentleman Reserve Privée, and gets pretty close. The opening bergamot is bright, though maybe a touch more synthetic than the original Givenchy. The heart is where this clone shines: that boozy whiskey note is definitely present, blended nicely with a powdery iris and a hint of roasted chestnut. It's warm and inviting. The drydown is a fairly standard woody amber accord. It’s not quite as smooth or nuanced as the original; that's where you can tell this is a clone. I’d say it's about 90% similar. The biggest difference is a slight harshness in the opening that dissipates quickly.

How Long Does it Last?

Performance is solid . I get about 6-7 hours of wear with moderate projection for the first 2 hours. After that, it sits closer to the skin. It's not a beast mode fragrance, but it definitely hangs around long enough to be noticed throughout a work day.