Yara Moi
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 1980 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
La Belle de Russie
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Yara Moi is truly a 'love-it-or-hate-it' scent, divisive among even seasoned fragrance fans. For some it's a creamy, sophisticated floral with impressive longevity, for others, it's a scrubber with an unshakeable 'soil' note. Not a safe blind buy, but worth trying if you can snag a well-macerated bottle.
A fascinating, divisive relic from the Soviet Union, La Belle de Russie is either an incredible, affordable dupe for Dior's Midnight Poison or a cheap, urine-tinged disappointment. It's a risk worth taking for those curious about its historical context and potential for sophisticated depth.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 24% | 27% |
| Fruity | 15% | 21% |
| Green | 2% | 6% |
| Sweet | 31% | 27% |
| Warm | 8% | 7% |
| Woody | 27% | 15% |
| Earthy | 23% | 12% |
| Animalic | 7% | 7% |
| Fresh | 2% | 11% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While some find it office-appropriate, Yara Moi's strength and pronounced notes, especially the patchouli, can be polarising. It leans better into date nights and special events where its creamy warmth can shine without overwhelming those around you.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its rich, woody, and balsamic accords make it excellent for evening and formal wear, including dates. Some find it light enough for daytime, but its depth and potential for strong sillage might be too much for an office setting or casual daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fruity, Powdery accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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