Bvlgari Gyan EDP

Description

Gyan is jasmine at midnight: a night-blooming floral wrapped in dark patchouli and smoky incense. It belongs to Bvlgari's Le Gemme, the house's high-perfumery collection in which each scent is tied to a gemstone, and Gyan's stone is the sapphire of Kashmir. The name is Sanskrit for "divine wisdom". Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud and released in 2016, it is built on three materials. Jasmine sambac gives a rich, slightly indolic glow, patchouli adds an earthy depth, and incense lays a dry, resinous smoke over both. The effect is an oriental-woody scent that feels contemplative rather than showy.

Fragrance Pyramid

• Top: Jasmine Sambac
• Heart: Patchouli
• Base: Incense

Note: Bvlgari presents Gyan as a composition of three key materials rather than a long pyramid. The order above follows how it unfolds on skin.

Performance

Longevity: Long-wearing for an Eau de Parfum; the patchouli and incense base lingers on skin and clothing.
Sillage: Moderate.
Projection: Arm's length for the first hours, then a close, smoky jasmine skin scent.

Best Occasions & Season

Best in Fall, Winter and cool spring evenings, for dinners, evenings out and special occasions. Bvlgari places it in the men's Le Gemme line, but the jasmine makes it easy for anyone who likes a dark floral. Skip it for hot summer days or a fresh office scent.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud
House: Bvlgari, Rome, Italy
Launched: 2016, Le Gemme collection

Try Before You Commit

Le Gemme bottles are a real investment, so try it first. A hand-poured 1mL decant is $7.99, enough to wear it on a few evenings.

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FAQ

Is Gyan men's or women's?
Bvlgari lists it as masculine, but the jasmine sambac heart makes it wearable by anyone who enjoys dark florals.

What does Gyan smell like?
Rich jasmine sambac over earthy patchouli, with a veil of dry incense smoke.

Does it contain oud?
No. The darkness comes from patchouli and incense.

Who created Gyan?
Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, who composed the Le Gemme collection.