Yves Saint Laurent 2011 Edp

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La Collection Rive Gauche

Yves Saint Laurent La Collection Rive Gauche is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011. La Collection Rive Gauche settles into a heart of Geranium, Fern, Oakmoss, and Patchouli. Yves Saint Laurent's La Collection Rive Gauche carries an Acquired verdict, a 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
La Collection Rive Gauche Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 20%
Fruity 0%
Green 27%
Sweet 4%
Warm 5%
Woody 21%
Earthy 36%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 16%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

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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About

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.