The Story
Why it exists.
Very Irresistible Poesie d'un Parfum d'Hiver arrived in 2011 as part of Givenchy's winter‑edition series that followed the 2010 snow‑tree fragrances. The house released two limited‑edition scents for the season, Very Irresistible and Ange ou Demon Le Secret, each enriched with holiday gourmand notes like candied orange, cinnamon and gingerbread. The fragrance was positioned as an exceptionally feminine, voluptuous ode to winter poetry, crafted to capture the feeling of cold air warming against skin as the sun sets over snowy streets.
If this were a song
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Winter Song
Sara Bareilles
The Beginning
Very Irresistible Poesie d'un Parfum d'Hiver arrived in 2011 as part of Givenchy's winter‑edition series that followed the 2010 snow‑tree fragrances. The house released two limited‑edition scents for the season, Very Irresistible and Ange ou Demon Le Secret, each enriched with holiday gourmand notes like candied orange, cinnamon and gingerbread. The fragrance was positioned as an exceptionally feminine, voluptuous ode to winter poetry, crafted to capture the feeling of cold air warming against skin as the sun sets over snowy streets.
The composition deliberately pairs sweet honey and candied orange with warm bakery spices, creating a contrast that mirrors the brand's love of daring juxtapositions. Star anise adds an aromatic licorice edge, while rose brings a refined floral core. Vanilla grounds the gourmand burst, turning the scent into a cozy, yet elegant, winter narrative that feels both festive and timeless.
The Evolution
The opening bursts with buttery gingerbread, bright candied orange and luminous white honey, wrapping the skin in a festive sweetness that gives way to the heart. As the heart emerges, cinnamon's warm heat intertwines with the licorice‑like sparkle of star anise, while a lush rose adds a velvety floral depth, shifting the vibe from sugary to confident. The spice settles and a creamy vanilla base takes over, delivering a powdery, lingering warmth that persists before fading to a gentle, comforting trace.
Cultural Impact
Since its 2011 debut, Very Irresistible Poesie d'un Parfum d'Hiver has attracted those who crave holiday gourmand flair. Wearers often note its ability to turn a cold evening into a warm, sweet‑spicy embrace. Some find the gingerbread opening bold, but the balanced rose heart keeps the scent from veering into cloying territory, making it a distinctive choice for winter wear.
The House
France · Est. 1952
Givenchy Parfums translates the house's couture legacy of aristocratic elegance and audacious spirit into scent. Born from the legendary friendship between Hubert de Givenchy and Audrey Hepburn, its fragrances explore the tension between the classic and the rebellious, the dark and the light. This is a house that isn't afraid to break the rules, but always does so with impeccable style.
If this were a song
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The scent feels like a warm kitchen at night, so a playlist of cozy, slightly jazzy tracks matches its sweet‑spicy comfort. The primary song captures the festive glow, while the others keep the mood intimate and elegant.
Winter Song
Sara Bareilles
