Parisienne
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2006 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rose Essentielle
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly divisive scent, Parisienne is either a chic, playful rush of berry and vinyl or a headache-inducing synthetic mess. Love it or hate it, YSL's gamble on a "plasticky" rose scent certainly sparked debate.
This is a powdery, effortlessly elegant rose that divides opinion. Some find it beautiful and soft, others a dated headache. It's sadly discontinued, causing much wailing and gnashing of teeth among its devotees.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 27% | 46% |
| Fruity | 17% | 8% |
| Green | 5% | 5% |
| Sweet | 18% | 23% |
| Warm | 0% | 3% |
| Woody | 16% | 17% |
| Earthy | 15% | 10% |
| Animalic | 7% | 10% |
| Fresh | 14% | 7% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and sweet, flirty character make it suitable for dates and casual wear. While some find it office-appropriate due to its mild projection, the unique vinyl note can be polarising, making it a risk for formal settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and often-mentioned 'office-safe' nature make it suitable for professional settings, while its elegant, romantic rose leans into date nights and formal events. The fresh floral and fruity aspects keep it versatile enough for daily casual wear, though its sophisticated character isn't ideal for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Powdery, Floral accords and Violet, Blackberry notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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