Parisienne
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly divisive scent, Parisienne is either a chic, playful rush of berry and vinyl or a headache-inducing synthetic mess. Love it or hate it, YSL's gamble on a "plasticky" rose scent certainly sparked debate.
Seriously divisive. Some reckon it's a beastly performer, a bang-for-buck superstar. Others? A two-hour skin scent that's wildly overpriced unless you snag a discount. Buyer beware - this one's a gamble.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 3% |
| Floral | 27% | 20% |
| Fruity | 17% | 25% |
| Green | 5% | 15% |
| Sweet | 18% | 18% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 16% | 16% |
| Earthy | 15% | 30% |
| Animalic | 7% | 0% |
| Fresh | 14% | 24% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and sweet, flirty character make it suitable for dates and casual wear. While some find it office-appropriate due to its mild projection, the unique vinyl note can be polarising, making it a risk for formal settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its blend of fresh apple and clean florals makes it versatile for casual and office wear, assuming you get the lower projection some users report. However, if it performs like a beast, as other reviews claim, it could be a bit much for close-quarters like the office, pushing it more towards general casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Violet Floral, Powdery, Fruity accords and Violet, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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