Y EDP

Yves Saint Laurent by Dominique Ropion Original
91%

Why Not EDP

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Y Eau de Parfum bottle Y EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2018 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Why Not Eau de Parfum bottle Why Not EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Y EDP
Y Eau de Parfum is the benchmark of modern aromatic masculinity - vibrant, crisp, and versatile with just enough woody richness to leave a lasting impression without ever shouting.
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Our Verdict - Why Not EDP
This one follows YSL Y's apple-ginger-bergamot opening closely and its sage-geranium heart is a fair match, though the smoky incense finish that gives the original its depth is largely absent.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Y EDP
Why Not EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Ginger 25% vs 29%
Apple 25% vs 35%
Bergamot 24% vs 35%
Only in Y
Juniper 25%
Shared Notes
Sage 37% vs 55%
Geranium 29% vs 44%
Only in Y
Lavender 33%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 19% vs 30%
Tonka Bean 16% vs 30%
Cedar 16% vs 38%
Only in Y
Amberwood 17% Patchouli 17% Frankincense 14%

Accords

Y Why Not
95%
Aromatic
70%
85%
Fresh Spicy
50%
75%
Woody
60%
70%
Herbal
60%
Citrus
Fougere
40%
30%
Earthy
30%
Sweet
Aromatic shared
95%
70%
Fresh Spicy shared
85%
50%
Woody shared
75%
60%
Herbal
70%
Citrus
60%
Fougere
40%
Earthy
30%
Sweet
30%

Performance

Y Why Not
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Y

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Its vibrant citrus, apple, and aromatic top notes make Y Eau de Parfum ideal for spring and fall when a fresh yet substantial signature is desirable. Summer works due to the freshness, but the denser woody and spicy base can feel too much in high heat, while winter mutes the brightness.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Versatile projection and clean, modern profile make this safe but distinctive for office and casual settings. The aromatic freshness can suit dates, but it lacks the elegance for formal wear and the minimalism for sport.

Why Not

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn

A fresh aromatic fougere that works across most of the year, with its sharpest character in spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Clean and confident enough for the office, with enough warmth in the base for a casual evening too.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, woody, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Y EDP
Why Not EDP
Wide selection Amazon UK Prime delivery often available Check price on → Lowest Upfront £56.40 Notino - 60ml Buy Best Value £140.00 Notino - 200ml - £0.70/ml Buy
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60ml
Notino Cheapest 60ml £0.94/ml £56.40 Buy eBay UK £0.96/ml £57.69 Buy Paco Perfumerias £1.20/ml £72.25 Buy Escentual £1.42/ml £85.00 Buy Scentsational £1.46/ml £87.50 Buy Perfume Click £1.50/ml £90.00 Buy
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100ml
eBay UK £0.50/ml £50.44 Buy Notino £0.78/ml £77.50 Buy Fragrance Click UK £0.78/ml £77.95 Buy Paco Perfumerias £0.91/ml £91.45 Buy Escentual £1.15/ml £115.00 Buy Perfume Click £1.18/ml £117.75 Buy
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150ml
Escentual Cheapest 150ml £0.90/ml £135.00 Buy
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200ml
eBay UK Cheapest 200ml £0.65/ml £129.98 Buy Notino £0.70/ml £140.00 Buy Escentual £0.80/ml £159.00 Buy
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