WS-G-1997

Envy

1997Men

floral up front, then white floral, settling into green.

Envy by Gucci is a Floral Green fragrance for women. Envy was launched in 1997. The nose behind this fragrance is Maurice Roucel. Top notes are Bergamot, Freesia, Pineapple, Magnolia and Peach; middle notes are Lily-of-the-Valley, Hiacynth, Jasmine, Iris, Violet and Rose; base notes are Oakmoss, Jasmine, Cedar, Musk and…

floral white floral green fresh

Nose: Maurice Roucel

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Bergamot, Freesia, Pineapple, Magnolia, Peach
Heart· 2–4h
Lily-of-the-Valley, Hiacynth, Jasmine, Iris, Violet, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Jasmine, Cedar, Musk, Sandalwood

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

74%

55%

43%

41%

39%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring43%Summer29%Fall17%Winter10%Day77%Night23%Wears female68%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Gucci picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Envy smell like?

floral up front, then white floral, settling into green. Dominant accords: floral, white floral, green.

What notes are in Envy?

Top: Bergamot, Freesia, Pineapple, Magnolia, Peach. Heart: Lily-of-the-Valley, Hiacynth, Jasmine, Iris, Violet, Rose. Base: Oakmoss, Jasmine, Cedar, Musk, Sandalwood.

How long does Envy last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Envy loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Envy best for?

Spring is the top pick (43%). Summer is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Envy?

Day wear leads at 77%. Night is a secondary pick at 23%.

Is Envy for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 68% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Envy?

Composed by Maurice Roucel. Released in 1997.