Yves Saint Laurent 2017 EDP

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24 rue de l'Université

by Fabrice Pellegrin

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Yves Saint Laurent 24 rue de l'Université is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Fabrice Pellegrin. 24 rue de l'Université opens with Incense, settles into a heart of Cedar, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. Yves Saint Laurent's 24 rue de l'Université carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is Santal without the pickle. A creamy, smooth sandalwood that hits the sweet spot between dry and lactonic, delivering understated luxury with serious projection. It's an undisputed masterpiece when you can find it.
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Incense100%
Heartas listed
Cedar100%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its exceptional longevity and noticeable sillage mean it's best reserved for evenings or cooler weather. Reviewers attest to its versatility for both date nights and formal events, highlighting its adaptability for a 'dressed-up' look. It's a bit much for casual wear, and definitely not one for the gym.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

24 rue de l'Université is built around a truly exceptional sandalwood, creamy and smooth right from the off, with absolutely zero of that 'pickle juice' aroma some people detest. It's bolstered by a warm, woody cedar and a hint of mysterious incense, while a subtle caramelised toffee note adds a touch of rounded sweetness that prevents it from becoming too dry. This is a sophisticated, clean woody scent that hints at quiet luxury rather than shouting about it.

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