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Score
77/100

Givenchy

Ange ou Démon EDP

2006

Candlelit ballroom in an empty museum — grandeur with a perfectly clean conscience.

Ange ou Démon
vanilla
sweet
warm spicy

The take

What works

  • Aldehyde-iris architecture is classic haute couture — rare at this price
  • Vanilla-tonka bean-vanilla drydown is sophisticated and lingering
  • Timeless in a way most contemporary designers aren't built to be

Trade-offs

  • Aldehydic opening is acquired taste — alienates some noses immediately
  • Vintage-leaning profile reads old-fashioned to younger audiences

Notes

Top

SaffronSaffronThymeThymeMandarin OrangeMandarin Orange

Mid

LilyLilyYlang-YlangYlang-YlangOrchidOrchid

Base

VanillaVanillaTonka BeanTonka BeanBrazilian RosewoodBrazilian RosewoodOakmossOakmoss

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring23%
Summer12%
Fall66%
Winter94%
Day35%
Night100%

Occasions

Date nightSpecial occasionClubCasual

Gender

Strongly feminine

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Ange ou Démon last?

8–10 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 80/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Ange ou Démon?

Best in winter, evening-leaning. Suited to date night, special occasion, club.

Is Ange ou Démon worth it?

At $65–$115, fine — with caveats. Aldehyde-iris architecture is classic haute couture — rare at this price. Vanilla-tonka bean-vanilla drydown is sophisticated and lingering.

Details

Perfumer
Dominique Ropion