Yves Saint Laurent 2003 EDT

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Rive Gauche Pour Homme

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2003, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Rive Gauche Pour Homme opens with Bergamot, Star Anise, and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Lavender, Geranium, Clove, and Coumarin, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, and Oakmoss. Yves Saint Laurent's Rive Gauche Pour Homme carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

A legendary barbershop fougere, Rive Gauche Pour Homme is near-universally adored and sorely missed by those who know it. This YSL masterpiece embodies classic masculine elegance, setting a benchmark for the genre that modern perfumery still struggles to replicate.
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  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Elegant
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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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its clean, classic barbershop profile makes it suitable for nearly any occasion, from office to formal settings, without being overpowering. The strong longevity and projection, while excellent, might be a bit much for very intimate dates or active sports.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Rive Gauche Pour Homme opens with an invigorating burst of star anise and fresh bergamot, underscored by herbaceous rosemary. This quickly settles into a smooth, creamy heart of lavender and geranium, warmed by a hint of spicy clove. The base rounds out with earthy vetiver, rich patchouli, and a touch of oakmoss, creating a refined, clean, yet undeniably masculine finish reminiscent of luxury shaving cream.

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