Yves Saint Laurent 2011 EDT

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La Collection Y

by Michel Hy

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Yves Saint Laurent La Collection Y is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2011, created by Michel Hy. La Collection Y opens with Spicy Notes and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, and Pink Pepper, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Oakmoss. Yves Saint Laurent's La Collection Y carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one is definitely a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect vintage vibes that some adore as a classic, whilst others find it jarringly sharp and dated. Don't go in expecting the original Y; this is a modern take on a chypre, for better or worse.
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La Collection Y Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot59%
Spicy Notes41%
Heartas listed
Jasmine39%
Iris35%
Pink Pepper26%
Baseas listed
Oakmoss55%
Patchouli45%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
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:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its significant projection and strong sillage, along with its classic, intense profile, make it less suitable for quiet office environments. It shines in more formal settings or for special dates where its vintage charm and strong character can be appreciated.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

It kicks off with a sharp, spicy bergamot hit, an instant nod to classic perfumery. This quickly settles into a sophisticated heart of powdery iris, delicate jasmine, and a surprising pop of pink pepper. The dry-down is pure chypre bliss- an intoxicating, almost buttery blend of earthy patchouli and rich, green oakmoss that lingers beautifully.

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