Givenchy Pi is beloved for its beautiful, versatile scent profile but consistently criticized for weak performance and suspected reformulation over the decades. The community consensus is that it's worth buying for the attractive fragrance itself, but buyers should accept that it requires multiple sprays and frequent reapplication rather than expecting strong projection or longevity.
正面
Beautiful, amazing scent with citrus and floral notes
Versatile and wearable for various occasions
Affordable price point on grey market retailers
Intimate and sexy fragrance suitable for close encounters
负面
Poor longevity and weak projection, lasting 3-5 hours maximum
Likely reformulated since early 2000s with reduced strength
常见问题
What's the difference between XXX Large Aigner and Pi?+
XXX Large Aigner is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Etienne Aigner (undated) dominated by its signature accords. Pi is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Givenchy (1998) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.
By community rating, XXX Large Aigner scores 4.06/5 vs Pi at 4.16/5. Pi's standout strength: Beautiful, amazing scent with citrus and floral notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do XXX Large Aigner and Pi smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Pi: Givenchy Pi is beloved for its beautiful, versatile scent profile but consistently criticized for weak performance and suspected reformulation over the decades.
Which lasts longer, XXX Large Aigner or Pi?+
Pi: Poor longevity and weak projection, lasting 3-5 hours maximum Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits XXX Large Aigner vs Pi?+
XXX Large Aigner scores highest for summer wear; Pi scores highest for winter wear. XXX Large Aigner leans daytime, Pi leans evening.
Top notes fade quickly, leaving heavier base notes that some find less appealing
Only available as EDT, not as stronger concentrations
