Y Eau de Parfum bottle Y
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2018 Year 2025
££ Price Tier ££
Y Le Parfum bottle Y Le Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Y Eau de Parfum
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.
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Our Verdict - Y Le Parfum
A sophisticated, powerful evolution of the Y DNA, this Parfum is for those wanting a bolder, woodsier, and more masculine edge without losing the signature freshness. Best for autumn and nights out.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 11%
Floral 12% 12%
Fruity 7% 7%
Green 22% 17%
Sweet 10% 13%
Warm 14% 12%
Woody 20% 12%
Earthy 12% 12%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 25% 29%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Y EdP
Y Le Parfum Parfum

Notes

Shared Notes
Apple 25% vs 26%
Ginger 25% vs 23%
Only in Y Eau de Parfum
Juniper 25% Bergamot 24%
Shared Notes
Sage 37% vs 35%
Lavender 32% vs 35%
Geranium 29% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 17% vs 22%
Tonka Bean 16% vs 29%
Cedar 16% vs 25%
Frankincense 14% vs 22%
Only in Y Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 19% Amberwood 17%

Accords

Y Eau de Parfum Y Le Parfum
75%
Woody
100%
95%
Aromatic
Fresh
80%
70%
Herbal
60%
Citrus
50%
Spicy
60%
30%
Earthy
30%
Sweet
Woody shared
75%
100%
95%
80%
70%
Citrus shared
60%
50%
60%
30%
30%

Performance

Y Eau de Parfum Y Le Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Y Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

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.

Y Le Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The coniferous woods, patchouli, and spicy elements make this especially suited for cooler weather and crisp autumn days. While wearable in spring, it can feel heavy in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Y Le Parfum Parfum's bold woody signature projects confidence for date nights and formal events, while its freshness keeps it versatile for casual wear. It is less suited for sport or gym due to its intensity.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
94%
Accord
39%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Citrus accords and Apple, Ginger notes

Key Differences

Different accord profile

Where to buy

Y Eau de Parfum
Y Le Parfum
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