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Givenchy Very Irresistible Sparkling Edition Review

A 2016 holiday glitter edition of Givenchy's rose-forward EDT

By Vivir ·
Givenchy Very Irresistible Sparkling Edition arrived in 2016 as a holiday limited edition of the classic Very Irresistible Eau de Toilette. The release is defined by its glitter-bottle presentation, but the scent follows the familiar rose-forward path of the original composition. For readers comparing the Sparkling Edition with the standard EDT, the key point is that this is a limited-edition packaging variant rather than a newly documented fragrance formula. The note pyramid lists Star Anise, Cassis, and Lemon Verbena at the top; Peony, Rose, and Magnolia in the heart; and Taif Rose in the base. Fragrantica records a 4.00 out of 5 overall rating from 26 votes. The page does not provide sub-ratings for scent, longevity, sillage, projection, or value, and it does not explicitly credit a perfumer for this flanker. Dominique Ropion is credited with the original Very Irresistible EDT composition, so that credit is the relevant reference here. This review separates confirmed source data from estimates. Notes, launch year, gender, concentration, and the overall user rating are confirmed from the Fragrantica listing. Performance, seasonality, occasion mapping, and price guidance are treated as estimates or typical-market context, not manufacturer claims.
Longevity
3.0
Projection
3.0
Sillage
3.0
$60-$95
SpringSummerFallWinter

Accords

floral rose soft spicy anis fresh citrus aromatic green fruity powdery

Notes Pyramid

Top
Star AniseCassisLemon Verbena
Heart
PeonyRoseMagnolia
Base
Taif Rose

Scent Journey

1
Opening 0-30 min

Estimated from the listed top notes: Star Anise, Cassis, and Lemon Verbena should create a soft-spicy, fruity-citrus first impression. The anise is likely to read as a gentle spice rather than a heavy licorice note, with cassis adding rounded fruitiness and lemon verbena keeping the top fresh.

2
Heart 1-2 hrs

Estimated: Peony, Rose, and Magnolia form a soft floral heart, with rose as the central voice. Peony adds an airy floral quality, and magnolia gives a creamy lift. The soft-spicy opening should recede into the background rather than disappear completely.

3
Drydown 4+ hrs

Estimated: Taif Rose lingers as a soft, powdery rose base. On an EDT concentration, the drydown is expected to sit close to the skin, with estimated 4-6 hour longevity and moderate projection for the first 1-2 hours.

Performance Dashboard

Longevity 3.0/5

4-6 hours (estimated for EDT concentration; not stated on source page).

Projection 3.0/5

Moderate for the first 1-2 hours, then close to skin (estimated).

Sillage 3.0/5

Moderate (estimated).

When to Wear

SpringBest
SummerOK
FallBest
WinterOK
office/daytime weardate nightholiday/festive eventscasual everyday

Pros & Cons

  • Classic Very Irresistible rose-forward EDT profile
  • Soft-spicy anise and citrus opening adds sparkle
  • Versatile for spring and fall daytime and office wear
  • Limited-edition glitter bottle gives collector appeal
  • Limited-edition availability may make it hard to find
  • Performance estimates suggest moderate 4-6 hour longevity
  • No verified compliment or sub-rating data
  • Rose-forward character may not suit rose-averse wearers

Price & Value

$60-$95
Typical 50ml designer EDT pricing; limited-edition status may affect secondary-market availability.

“Fair for a Givenchy EDT if found near original retail; collectors may pay more for the glitter bottle.”

Reformulation History

No significant batch variations reported.

Who It's For

Ideal For

  • rose and floral fragrance fans
  • wearers looking for a soft-spicy daytime EDT
  • collectors of limited-edition Givenchy bottles
  • those who prefer moderate, close-to-skin wear

Not Recommended For

  • wearers seeking heavy projection or all-day longevity
  • people who dislike rose-forward scents
  • those avoiding limited-edition availability issues

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Final Verdict

Givenchy Very Irresistible Sparkling Edition is a holiday 2016 glitter-bottle reinterpretation of the classic rose-forward EDT. Its soft-spicy anise and citrus opening, floral heart, and Taif rose base make it a versatile spring and fall daytime scent with estimated moderate performance. Collectors should note its limited availability and the lack of verified sub-ratings beyond the 4.00 out of 5 overall score.

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