Yves Saint Laurent 2011 Edp

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L'Homme Libre

Name: L'Homme Libre Eau de Parfum
Brand: Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Libre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Olivier Polge and Carlos Benaïm. L'Homme Libre opens with Star Anise, Basil, Violet Leaf, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Nutmeg and Pink Pepper, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Patchouli. Yves Saint Laurent's L'Homme Libre carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh spicy-led wear.

This YSL flanker was divisive - a love-it-or-hate-it affair, particularly down to its prominent violet leaf and anise notes. Those who adored it praised its distinctive fresh spicy vibrancy, but poor performance meant it never quite hit the mark for the masses. Fans clamored for its return after discontinuation, proving its cult status.

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Clean
Modern
Energetic
Subtle

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Profile

Citrus 5%

Floral 8%

Fruity 4%

Green 19%

Sweet 11%

Warm 29%

Woody 21%

Earthy 24%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Accords

Fresh Spicy

100%

Soft Spicy

84%

Ozonic

84%

Aromatic

78%

Green

76%

Notes

Performance

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh spicy and ozonic accords, coupled with moderate to sometimes weak performance reported by users, make it ideal for office wear and casual daytime situations where it won't overpower. While some found it appealing for dates, its lack of strong sillage often limited its formal or club appeal.

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About

L'Homme Libre kicks off with an invigorating fresh blast of star anise and basil, sharpened by violet leaf and tart bergamot. The heart introduces a soft warmth with nutmeg and pink pepper, adding a subtle spice. The dry down settles into an understated woody base of vetiver and patchouli, maintaining that ozonic, slightly green character throughout. It's a clean, almost aquatic-like freshness, albeit with a spicy twist.