Yves Saint Laurent 1993 EDT

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Jazz Prestige

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Yves Saint Laurent Jazz Prestige is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1993. Jazz Prestige opens with Anise, Green Notes, Fruity Notes, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Caraway, Cypress, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Yves Saint Laurent's Jazz Prestige carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A legendary scent that's sadly gone, Jazz Prestige is a richer, spicier take on the original Jazz, captivating for some, overwhelming for others. It’s a bold statement, often loved for its complexity but occasionally dismissed as dated - a true vintage masterpiece if you can find it.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
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Jazz Prestige Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its rich, warm spicy and woody accords, make it better suited for evenings and special events. While some suggest it for daytime wear, its intensity could be a bit much for a conservative office environment, but it's perfect for making an impression on a date or at a formal gathering.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Jazz Prestige opens with a sharp, yet inviting, fresh spicy blast of lavender, pepper, and anise. This quickly blends into a rich heart of warm spices like ginger and cinnamon, alongside rose and cypress, giving it a green and slightly floral depth. The drydown settles into an opulent base of amber, patchouli, cedar, and a subtle leather, creating a robust and long-lasting scent journey that’s undeniably masculine.

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