La Collection Nu
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Portfolio Oriental Forest
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This YSL reissue is a beautifully divisive scent. While some long for the original's punch, others embrace this softer, more modern take. Expect arguments at the dinner table, but a deeply sensual experience on skin.
This is a seriously polarising scent - some find it an intoxicating, unique journey, others get stuck on a soapy or chalky opening. Not a crowd-pleaser, but if you're after something unusual and deeply atmospheric, it's worth a sniff.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 9% |
| Floral | 12% | 11% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 7% |
| Sweet | 13% | 15% |
| Warm | 40% | 38% |
| Woody | 8% | 9% |
| Earthy | 15% | 18% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 12% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature make it suitable for evenings and formal events, though it might be a bit much for a conservative office. Many reviewers highlight its appeal for date nights due to its sensual and mysterious qualities.
Seasons
Occasions
Its bold, spicy, and long-lasting nature makes it a bit much for the office. However, it genuinely shines in formal and date settings, offering a sophisticated and intriguing aura that’s too complex for casual sport, but interesting enough for casual social wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Amber accords and Cardamom, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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