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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2018 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
The Essence Vault's interpretation of YSL's Y Eau de Parfum (2018) - the fresh-aromatic-woody signature for the modern young man, here translated into a budget reading with the bergamot-geranium-amber-wood spine still legible. Honest dupe-fidelity for office and casual-day wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 75% |
| Floral | 12% | 20% |
| Fruity | 7% | 40% |
| Green | 22% | 55% |
| Sweet | 10% | 25% |
| Warm | 14% | 50% |
| Woody | 20% | 75% |
| Earthy | 12% | 45% |
| Animalic | 0% | 10% |
| Fresh | 25% | 80% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
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
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.
Seasons
Fresh-aromatic-woody reads brightest in spring and summer with autumn comfortable; deep winter the amber wood holds but the bergamot lift fades.
Occasions
Versatile polished-masculine - office is the natural home, with casual-day, date and formal-day all comfortable. Light enough for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords and Bergamot, Ginger notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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