Yves Saint Laurent 2009 EDP

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Parisienne

by Sophie Labbé , Sophia Grojsman

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Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Sophie Labbé and Sophia Grojsman. Parisienne opens with Vinyl, Blackberry, and Cranberry, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Yves Saint Laurent's Parisienne carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A truly divisive scent, Parisienne is either a chic, playful rush of berry and vinyl or a headache-inducing synthetic mess. Love it or hate it, YSL's gamble on a "plasticky" rose scent certainly sparked debate.
  • Playful
  • Edgy
  • Modern
  • Romantic
  • Confident
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Fruity
100%
Rose
95%
Floral
72%
Violet Floral
66%
Powdery
61%
Vinyl
58%

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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
Also Works:
Summer Fall

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and sweet, flirty character make it suitable for dates and casual wear. While some find it office-appropriate due to its mild projection, the unique vinyl note can be polarising, making it a risk for formal settings.

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Opening with a juicy burst of blackberry and cranberry, Parisienne quickly introduces an intriguing vinyl note that adds an edgy, almost patent-leather sheen to the composition. This unconventional opening mellows into a heart of powdery violet, soft peony, and a clean, modern rose. As it dries down, a subtle blend of creamy sandalwood, earthy vetiver, and a whisper of musk grounds the playful florals, maintaining its unexpected character.

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