Givenchy Play Eau de Toilette

I have had this since 2008 when it came out, and I just cannot make myself like it. I understand it is supposed to have a coffee note but I am not smelling that. Anyone else feel this is a mid frag?

I still think about this fragrance, it was probably my first freshie and definitely my first designer that I took from my father growing up in my very early teens. I wish I could find it, if not for the nostalgia of it all

Sigh... The early batches were so good. I remember when it first came out my girlfriend smelled it in a magazine (back then they would put fragrances in magazine advertising folds) and she liked it so much she insisted that we buy it. First run formula was pretty strong and I got many compliments. Then it was reformulated, and then finally discontinued. Don't bother with it unless you can find an earlier release.

The citrus and pepper are mild. The woods are strong. Also a powdery amber note and something like almond. Smells spicy fresh and clean.

از اون عطرا که با لیست نُت هاش هم‌خوانی نداشت برام شروع ای کاملا خاکی که با مُرکبات مَلس ترکیب شده این وجه خاکی برای من تا حدود ای شبیه به زالزالک بود که با نُت های گُلی دیگه مثل زنبق ترکیب شده و البته از نقش وتیور هم نمیشه غافل شد مُرکبات خودنمایی نمی کنند اما تا نیمه های عطر حضور ای موثر و آبدار دارند که به مرور کم رنگ میشه و جاشو به یک وایب ماسکی میده که حس جیر رو بهم می داد وایب پودری عطر کمی حالت کَره ای هم داره که شبیه افتر شیو میشه تقریبا بعد از ده دقیقه یک پچولی بی آزار وارد صحنه میشه و با سایر نت ها به تعادل می رسه در کل عطر ساده و قشنگیه پیچیدگی خاص ای نداره پرفورمنس جالب ای هم نداره -تست شده از نسخه‌ی 2021- ************* scent:7/10 longevity:6/10 sillage:5/10 purchase value:4/10 ******** overall:5.5/10

this kinda reminds me of LV le jour se leve, very yummy!

I just found 3 pieces by. Chance. Guess what. Took them all. This perfume is timeless and I had a lot of memories wearing it in 2009

My uncle has worn this about 10 years ago. He was a playboy, so I knew it's a good one. Good gym-like scent with a tiny hint of boldness, something that goes well for a young man of 20-27 years old. Synthetic citrus blend with creamy twist. Absolutely flat 2D smell, no depth or richness in the composition. Perfect for warm weather. Fresh, fun and versatile. Girls will get closer to smell it if they notice it. A compliment getter. Zero projection, close to skin scent. 6-10 sprays recommended. You cannot overspray it. Bought 40ml for ~$100 US. If you are mad about this one, I can try to get you this for similar price

I remember I used to wear this many years ago when I was probably 19 or 20. It was my first forray away from Armani Code, the first fragrance I ever wore. I liked it, to start with, but I remember distinctly I grew sick of the fragrance before the bottle was done. The strongest note by far in my view was pink pepercorns that punched through the citrus notes. I did not know it had been discontinued, but I never went back to it .

One of my absolute favorites, It was something I sprayed on and made me feel like that "cool guy"..It was a great high-quality summer scent that I can't find in any other men's fragrances today..Just like with Armani Attitude..Didn't realize until now that both have that coffee/citrus combo..Something about that combination was magic. I really miss those fragrances..Nothing ever comes close to them!

If you're into reviews, the lack of depth from FernandoB lead me to believe it is a fake/lie review. Especially this late in the game.

NPC. Citrus without the special DNA or magic juice. I would not buy again. It disappointed me. Yes it is wearable and smells fresh - but nothing special. Performance: 3-5 hours Sillage: Arms Length goes very quickly close to skin For whom: Gentlemen >25 My background: I only write reviews about scents I have worn already (until the bottle is finished or given away) or are in current use. I'm a Gentlemen - middle aged - predominantly in an executive office environment wearing suits and representing with many official gatherings.

For true men only

This was always one of my favourite fragrances but unfortunately I ran out around 7-8 years ago. I just came across a very similar smelling fragrance called Tempo by City Rhythm and it’s insanely close to this (and Play Intense too) If you too are heartbroken that Givenchy play has gone away I highly recommend getting yourself a sample to try it for yourself and get a little reminder of this amazing discontinued gem.

Old version before 2012 was just perfect, newer is not so good

Got this as a gift from my family at the begining of my visit over summer 2012 after graduating HS and before starting university. I immediately associate it with that summer and the shenanigans of those days; hanging out with friends at shisha places, the summer heat, the mediterranean sun and sea breeze, and driving my dad's Chevrolet listening to the theme songs of that summer on the radio. It was the end of a life chapter and the start of new one, and for me this fragrance captures a snapshot of that unique period of transitioning into adulthood. I also used it throughout my early university years, so it brings back memories of those times as well, mainly freshman year. Regarding the fragrance itself, I had some fragrances at the time, but I didn't know much about notes or how to assess quality. I remember thinking it had a bit of a deoderant-ish sporty feel. In retrospect, it was probably the youthfullness coming from the combination of the freshness and slight sweetness, probably a bit of a psychological effect from the bottle design, and maybe some slight scent similarity with Axe Dark Temptations. The coffee note did not smell realistic (i.e. unlike something like Kerosene follow/followed), in fact, I never knew it had a coffee note until I looked up the notes, and I've been drinking coffee since 9. I don't know how unique it was when it came out in 2008, but I haven't come across that many fragrances that smell like it. I tried Rochas Man in store, which gets compared to the intense version more than the EDT. Despite similarities in some notes, they aren't in clone territory, and I prefer the givenchy's as they're of higher quality and more modern. Valentino Green Stravaganza doesn't smell the same, that one is more about freshness. Play EDT's performance was a let down. If I remember correctly, it projected a foot or two for 30 min - 1 hr, and stuck closely for maybe 5 hrs. Keep in mind this was the vintage formulation, probably a 2011 bottle or older. I didn't use it often, and barely made it through half the 50 ml bottle. Eventually, in 2017 or 2018 I decided to try and finish the bottle as it just lingered around. So I put it in my car, which my father took to get repaired one day and the mechanic stole the bottle. Sadly, that was the end of my journey with Givenchy Play EDT. In summary, it was a decent, fun, and not too serious cologne that I used casually during the day, but I was never really that impressed. It's ideal for a sporty young man, but can work for anyone really. Nonetheless, I find it shocking that there are people trying to sell a bottle for $250 - 400 usd on ebay. DO NOT pay that much! It was an alright scent, I would only buy it out of nostaligia if I find a bottle for around $50. The intense flanker is significantly better, but also not worth $400 usd either, I got lucky and found a half-full Intense bottle on marketplace for about $85 usd. For 400 usd you can buy a top of the line niche bottle.

I need to build another bottle of this, gave the rest of the last one away to a friend. Time to dig out the old formula...

I wish they would bring this back, I stopped wearing any fragrances for like for 5 years. Play used to be my signature scent and I used to get a ton of complements on it from women and more importantly I really like it. When I got back into fragrances a couple of years ago I went to buy it and found that it had been discontinued. I have been searching ever since for a replacement and haven't found a suitable replacement yet. It was that journey that has turned me into a frag head and I have found multiple other scents that I enjoy now. and has turned into my new hobby. I just wish now that I could smell Play one more time to see if it is good as I remember or have my tastes changed.

Lo cítrico y lo picoso de la canelita se siente fantástico ( rico aroma ) muy varonil, cómo para una cita al aire libre ( noche ) elevado precio para poca duración.

It is a great scent but unfortunately discontinued.

This is still available in South Africa (not discontinued). Amazing scent, good value for money. I smell tonka bean although not listed. Reminds me of Chanel Allure Extreme although it is not listed either.

If you’re looking for a fragrance very similar to Press Play, try Abercrombie’s new one called Amber Cove.

The thing is I've never encountered any other perfume that smells like this I find it to be very original .

Batch is 1x01. I used to use it and I loved it. Sadly it’s so hard to get these days. It’s a great freshie with a little coffee in the back that is perfect for when you just wanna grab and go. It’s slightly similar to the intense but instead of cappuccino, it’s more of a americano which adds a slight sweet and bitter feel. It’s also light, airy and brighter. Great scent profile.

Really good stuff. I had the shower gel of this for years and was sad to hear it was discontinued. Fast forward a few years and I was gifted an O.G. bottle by my uncle who doesn't use it anymore. This is inviting, sexy, easy to wear. It's a nice blend of not to sweet but still exposing the orange, not loud at all but welcoming enough up close. Also I am a sucker for whenever coffee is in a fragrance, it gives it a little warmth especially since I love coffee. On the dry down what you continue to pickup is the orange, coffee and a little bit of vetiver. 8.5/10 doesn't last long at all but it's unique and an O.G. of the 2000's.

The opening is not very strong. Very soft and subtle, but then as it opens up you can really smell it. Not beast mode but very nice for summers and hot weather. Definitely an EDT.

bring this back!

25AUG22: Just received my bottle today. First spray (3 to chest)... I'm getting Citrus, Pepper and something else...something woody? I'm not getting any coffee...yet. This is such a light fragrance...it's barely there, but you feel it more than smell it. I think I'm just sensitive to the Pepper tho.... (Felt the same way with "Ferragamo F-Black"...just worse...lol. That frag made me have sneezing fits and made it hard to breathe...like someone shot me with pepper spray.) So far, this is such a well blended fragrance! It's got the Citrus that is right there an easily able to be picked up, but if you let the scent linger on your nose..the Tobacco and Vetiver pop up and make their presence known...but not loudly...smoothly and quietly. If there's really a coffee note in this...I think I'm going to have to buy a backup bottle IMMEDIATELY...this is such a SMOOTH frag!! This is like...smoky jazz club smooth...wow! I might go nuts spraying this on Saturday...lol. I will update this with more as this frag develops...though I can see why it's so beloved! This is really friggin smooth... Update: The wife cuddled up to me and said I smelled nice. Told her it's my new frag "Givenchy - play"... She said "it's nice, it smells like an Arnold Palmer... Like tea and lemonade". Haha... That works for me! I'm really surprised at the level my wife likes this fragrance. I only wear it at the house so far and EVERY time she comments on how great it smells. I get all of the notes listed in the pyramid with the exception of the "Coffee". Not disappointed, but I think it would have been AWE-SOME if I could get that note too... I'll try wearing this out of the house next week...maybe monday. 11OCT22 UPDATE: This frag has been outmoded by "Whispers in the Library"...the simplicity of the notes in that frag are just way better than this one. Especially the "Pepper" note...it's so pure in WITL, while in PLAY it's muddied by clashing citrus and coffee notes. I haven't worn this one since my initial review and doubt I ever will again. Will hold the bottle for another season, then to the donation bin it goes... 23OCT22 Update: Gifted my bottle to a young man that liked the peppery coffee notes in it. I'm hooked on "Whispers in the Library"...don't need this one, discontinued or not.

Such a shame this was discontinued, yet all their other repetitive fragrances carry on. Warm, citrus, uplifting.

I prefer this to intense, as I dislike the powdery Tonka in that one. The coffee is both very noticable and yet subtle. I thought the coffee was bitter, but i think that was coming from the bitter orange. Overall though it's still sweet, don't get nervous. Very pleasing, would be generic of not for the coffee, but that elevates it and gives it character. The amyris is detectable for those who are familiar (I only know from mfk's amyris homme), but not in the forefront. Very nice scent, but I don't think it speaks to me enough to keep the fb. 5.5/10