Yves Saint Laurent 2011 EDP

M ££ Acquired

La Collection Rive Gauche

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Yves Saint Laurent La Collection Rive Gauche is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. La Collection Rive Gauche settles into a heart of Lavender, Geranium, and Fern, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, and Oakmoss. Yves Saint Laurent's La Collection Rive Gauche carries an Acquired verdict, an aromatic-led wear.

A legendary barbershop fougère, Rive Gauche is divisive only among its most ardent fans fretting over reformulations. For the uninitiated, this is a timeless, classy scent, a benchmark for masculine elegance, albeit with some inconsistent performance across batches. If you want expensive shaving cream in a bottle, look no further.
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Modern
  • Luxurious
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La Collection Rive Gauche Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Fresh Spicy
94%
Woody
84%
Earthy
76%
Lavender
69%
Mossy
69%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, classic barbershop aroma makes it perfect for formal events and the office, exuding professionalism without being overbearing. While versatile enough for casual wear, its sophisticated nature might feel a bit much for active sports. It's a bit too formal for casual dates, but perfect for a fancy dinner.

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Rive Gauche opens with a fresh, aromatic burst of lavender, reminiscent of a classic, luxurious shaving foam. Geranium adds a gentle floral sweetness, balancing the crispness. As it settles, earthy patchouli and mossy oakmoss emerge, grounding the fragrance with a rich, verdant depth, while guaiac wood provides a sophisticated, subtly smoky warmth to this archetypal masculine scent.

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