Yves Saint Laurent 2011 Edp

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Parisienne L'Essentiel

Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne L'Essentiel is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011. Parisienne L'Essentiel opens with Blackberry, Vinyl, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Rose, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Suede, Musk, and Tonka Bean. Yves Saint Laurent's Parisienne L'Essentiel carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a divisive trip, a love-it-or-hate-it affair, pulling you between juicy berries, retro rose, and a peculiar vinyl tang. Definitely not a crowd-pleaser, but if you're into the weird and wonderful, she's got a certain charm.
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Feminine
Parisienne L'Essentiel Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 32%
Fruity 14%
Green 3%
Sweet 26%
Warm 11%
Woody 3%
Earthy 9%
Animalic 20%
Fresh 9%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Fruity
100%
Rose
99%
Musky
97%
Sweet
82%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With strong projection and longevity reported by many, it's best suited for occasions where it can make a statement without overwhelming. Its warm, creamy, and sensual accords make it ideal for dates and cooler formal events, while being a bit too much for the office. Some find it playful enough for casual wear, but it's far from a sport scent.

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About

Opens with a bold clash of ripe blackberry and sharp pink pepper, immediately joined by that infamous vinyl note that splits opinion. As it settles, a rich, jammy rose emerges, softened by powdery iris and clean jasmine, before melting into a warm, sensual base of supple suede, creamy tonka, and musky depth. A complex, sweet, and somewhat artificial journey.