1872 Vetiver
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2003 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rive Gauche Pour Homme
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one is a real gem, if you can actually find it. Lovers of complex, vetiver-led scents reckon it's heaven in a bottle, opening up beautifully over time. It's a genuine shame it's so elusive.
A legendary barbershop fougere, Rive Gauche Pour Homme is near-universally adored and sorely missed by those who know it. This YSL masterpiece embodies classic masculine elegance, setting a benchmark for the genre that modern perfumery still struggles to replicate.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 7% |
| Floral | 16% | 11% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 22% | 18% |
| Sweet | 8% | 11% |
| Warm | 16% | 20% |
| Woody | 14% | 19% |
| Earthy | 16% | 22% |
| Animalic | 5% | 0% |
| Fresh | 19% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its complex, evolving nature and reported good longevity, this scent is versatile enough for many settings, particularly shining in formal or date scenarios. The fresh and aromatic components keep it from being too heavy for office or casual wear, although it's perhaps too refined for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, classic barbershop profile makes it suitable for nearly any occasion, from office to formal settings, without being overpowering. The strong longevity and projection, while excellent, might be a bit much for very intimate dates or active sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Floral, Aromatic accords and Bergamot, Lavender notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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