Yves Saint Laurent 1998 EDP

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Live Jazz

by Pierre Bourdon

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Yves Saint Laurent Live Jazz is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1998, created by Pierre Bourdon. Live Jazz opens with Lemon, Grapefruit, and Mint, settles into a heart of Rhubarb and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, Nutmeg, and Vanilla. Yves Saint Laurent's Live Jazz carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A tragically discontinued gem, Live Jazz is almost universally loved despite its polarising coriander note. It's a fresh, energetic scent that truly captures the youthful spirit of the late 90s, offering a refreshing escape from today's 'blue' fragrances.
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  • Energetic
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Playful
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Live Jazz Eau de Parfum 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and aromatic profile makes it ideal for casual and sporty settings, offering a clean, energising vibe. While subtle enough for office wear, its 'toothpaste' opening might not suit formal events, and moderate performance tempers its date-night appeal.

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

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Live Jazz bursts open with an invigorating blend of energising mint, sharp grapefruit, and bright lemon. This lively introduction leads into a unique heart where the fresh, almost tart bite of rhubarb intertwines with the green, aromatic spice of coriander. The base then settles into a warm, grounding mix of dry cedar and creamy amber, softened by a touch of nutty nutmeg and sweet vanilla.

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