Is The Fragrance World UK Onyx a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Y?
Y EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2018 | Year | 2026 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Onyx EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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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 Fragrance World UK's 4.95 pounds/5ml take on YSL Y Eau de Parfum (2018) - the bergamot-sage-amber fougere is recognisable, though the original's 8-10 hour woody-incense drydown is where the budget composition falls furthest short.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
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
The bergamot-sage opening and amber-woody base suit the transitional seasons, mirroring the original's year-round fresh-fougere positioning.
Occasions
A polished aromatic fougere that suits office and date wear well, though the shorter budget performance makes it less reliable for all-day formal occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 3 of its 5 notes, including Bergamot, Sage, Geranium
Adds amber and woody notes, drops amberwood and apple
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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