Ange ou Démon (2006)
by Givenchy

I'm surprised by Ange Ou Demon. Prior to testing this fragrance I had assumed it was similiar or along the lines of Armani Code for women and Thierry Mugler's Angel, however I find it much softer and in some ways more mysterious.

Ange Ou Demon isn't as gothic and dark as the bottle seems to suggest. There's this undeniable softness and fragility which adds to this fragrance's allure.

The scent is light and 'fluffy', almost airy with subtle hints of spicyness, like pepper or thyme. There is also a distinctive powdery-like quality to Ange Ou Demon which is reminiscent of some classic aldehydic fragrances.

I enjoy Ange Ou Demon's spicy yet powdery scent, because like D&G for Women, this is a powdery fragrance that isn't sharp or soapy, instead it's inviting and sensual.

When applied with a light hand, (as one should always do), the sillage is just strong enough to capture the people that dare to come close. I particularly like this aspect because it certainly adds to this perfume's mysterious appeal.

Apart from the dominant notes of spices, florals and vanilla, I also sense a cinnamon note, which reminds me of Intimately Beckham Night, which is in some ways very similar to Ange Ou Demon.

I'd say the lasting strength of this scent is good, however I fear this fragrance will be reformulated soon due to the oakmoss component. I highly suggest you try this scent while it is still in its original formulation.

4th June, 2011.

I feel pure adoration for this fragrance that reminds at me (in reminiscence of refrigerated post-sovietic spent vacations) the balsamic aroma of a beautiful blond russian girl that used to spray day by day Ange ou Demon in order to face with strength the frosty San Petersburg's morning. Each time i smell this fragrance i remind that blond creature (ciao my lovely Inga) and perceive the smell of the cold russian morning with its golden domes. This one fits wonderfully to the frost outside and is electric and unbelievably sophisticated in the chill. This fragrance is perfect for clubbing in the cold and for roaming around glamour places at night. Its icy-mentholated and at once powdery-warm essence is the epitome of an endless dualism which features the whiffs. The extreme sophistication is brought by the exotic floral heart made by ylang-ylang, lily and a tropical orchid. The icy-mentholated and aromatic synthetic effect, that joining itself with the floral heart is responsible of the modernism of the fragrance, is determined by the absolute of oakmoss aroma blended with white, airy, bit acid cumin, citrus, in my opinion aldehydes and saffron. The last one is a basic element with its spicy prickliness. Passing time the aromatic spiciness is embraced by creamy and powdery elements as vanilla and creamy rosewood that determine that typical milky-soapy effect that is a perfect shelter for the insertion of mild-bitter tonka. The last one, side by side with saffron, is responsible of the barely perceivable bitterness of the after smell. The synthetic essence of this fragrance doesn't compromise its quality. Love.

13rd May, 2011. (Last Edited: 23rd May, 2011.)

I have always liked Ange ou Démon, from the very first sniff, but I didn´t get it until Ange ou Démon Le Secret came out. The differens between these two made me sure I had to own this one! It has been my greatest perfume-love during winter 2010-11. It reminds me of Kenzo Amour, it has the same "cotton"-feeling, but is less linear.

This is my first Givenchy, I am happy to have found a perfume from this perfumehouse that I really like! Other Givenchys are very, very nice, but too heavy for my skin.

I have finnished a 30 mL-bottle of Ange ou Démon this winter, and is now on a 50mL-bottle. It is the perfume I have used the most during winter 2010-11, and it seems to become the fav during winter 2011-12 too.

Two thumbs up from me!!!

10th April, 2011. (Last Edited: 19th September, 2011.)

I have had this on for almost three hours now. First hour was strong - musky lilly, maybe some vanilla. I liked it a lot. It smelled 'almost innocent.'

Second hour the lillies completely disappeared, and a strange syrupy note took its place. I can't even explain it. Never smelled anything like it before. Thankfully it wasn't very strong.

Third hour? I can barely detect anything at all. It's like the perfume completely evaporated on my skin. I've heard from so many others that this is extremely long-lasting, so maybe I got a bad sample. I'll try it again at a future point and re-post if I have a different experience.

Dec
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2008

*Addendum...my next sampling lasted substantially longer and I purchased a bottle, which turned in less than a year, despite being kept in a cool, dark cabinet.

27th March, 2011.

I can't believe I'm writing a review on the same perfume so many people loved because I didn't like it at all. It began with the strong scent of hard candy--sweet and sticky. I could almost see the brightly colored transparent chunks of melted sugar. I couldn't decide what flavor I smelled. Grape? No. Tutti fruiti? Maybe. Just when I thought it would never quit, the volume dropped to less than half of its original power, and the scent became slightly woody and more pleasant, but it lost its individuality at that point. I just don't get it. I'll try it again some day to make sure I'm not wrong, but it wasn't for me.

8th February, 2011.

Ange ou Démon,

Very romantic scent, more towards ange than démon, I would say.
Scent is sweet, powdery, but very well constructed, NOT at all clowing + Silage is fairly descent, it projects well.
Peaceful, sweet and sensual this scent exhales a comforting aura, If you want to play " la femme fatalle " this isn't the right choice, this scent is more like: Positive, altruist, magnetic and most importantly VERY romantic! I would advise it for a more mature woman 30 till 50 years old. thumbs Up! Well done Givenchy!

1st February, 2011.