Yves Saint Laurent 2012 EDP

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Manifesto

by Loc Dong , Anne Flipo

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Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Loc Dong and Anne Flipo. Manifesto opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Yves Saint Laurent's Manifesto carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

YSL Manifesto is a captivating enigma, celebrated by many as a masterpiece of woody vanilla with surprisingly green nuances, yet dismissed by others for its perceived datedness or a jarring green opening. This discontinued scent sparks fierce debate, but its unique take on vanilla has a loyal following.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Confident
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Manifesto 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Manifesto's strong performance and elegant profile make it well-suited for dates and formal events, commanding attention without being overwhelming. While some find it too heavy for casual wear, its nuanced vanilla can be appropriate for the office if applied sparingly, though its richness might be distracting for daily tasks.

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

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

Manifesto opens with a vibrant, almost tart burst of blackcurrant and fresh green notes, quickly softened by a delicate whisper of lily of the valley and jasmine. As it settles, a sophisticated, non-gourmand vanilla emerges, intertwined with creamy sandalwood and a subtle warmth from tonka bean, leading to a plush, woody dry-down with hints of powdery sweetness.

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