Parfums Caron 1978 EDP

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Yatagan

by Vincent Marcello

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Parfums Caron Yatagan is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1978, created by Vincent Marcello. Yatagan opens with Pine, Lavender, Galbanum, and Basil, settles into a heart of Oak, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Artemisia, and dries down to a base of Woody, Musk, Castoreum, and Incense. Parfums Caron's Yatagan carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Yatagan is a scent for proper blokes. It's a challenging, unapologetically masculine classic that splits opinion between an 'old school masterpiece' and 'celery and bug spray'. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if you're up for it, it screams confident swagger.
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Edgy
  • Masculine
  • Mysterious
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Yatagan Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
78%
Green
64%
Fresh Spicy
56%
Smoky
56%
Herbal
54%

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Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its potent, dense notes and animalic edge make it a challenging fit for the office, though some find it 'office safe' in moderation. The strong, unique character and moderate sillage lend themselves better to casual wear or intimate, rugged dates, especially in cooler weather.

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About

Yatagan opens with a bracing forest blast of pine and galbanum, sharpened by basil and mint. A herbal heart of oakmoss and artemisia soon emerges, giving way to a rich, animalic dry down. Castoreum, woody notes, and incense create a primal, earthy, and leathery base. No sweetness here, just pure, unadulterated ruggedness.

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