Guerlain 2019 Edp

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Embruns d'Ylang

by Thierry Wasser

Guerlain Embruns d'Ylang is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Thierry Wasser. Embruns d'Ylang opens with Bergamot and Salt, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Clove, Honey, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Iris, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Guerlain's Embruns d'Ylang carries an Acquired verdict, a yellow floral-led wear.

Embruns d'Ylang is a proper Guerlain triumph for some: a lush, salty, and spicy floral that transports you straight to a tropical paradise. Others find it overwhelming or simply not what they expected from a ylang-ylang dominant scent. Definitely not one for a blind buy.
  • Confident
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
Embruns d'Ylang Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 28%
Fruity 3%
Green 3%
Sweet 27%
Warm 10%
Woody 7%
Earthy 18%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 20%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
82%
Sweet
80%
Salty
73%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and impressive longevity, Embruns d'Ylang is better suited for occasions where it can truly shine without overpowering. It's a bit too bold for office wear but perfect for a sophisticated formal event or a memorable date, where its unique character can be appreciated.

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About

Opens with a distinctive salty kick and a bright bergamot zing before diving into a rich heart of creamy ylang-ylang and sweet jasmine, warmed by a touch of honey and spicy clove. The base adds depth with powdery iris, earthy patchouli, and a soft vanilla, creating a complex, exotic floral experience. It balances tropical sweetness with a grounding, almost mineralic saltiness throughout.