Yves Saint Laurent 2003 EDP

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Rive Gauche Pour Homme Intense

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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

This isn't just an 'Intense' version; it's a darker, spicier, more mature beast than its original. If you crave that metallic freshness, stick to the OG. But for a potent, sophisticated twist, this is a distinct win, albeit divisive for some loyalists.
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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:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent nature and prominent spicy-woody accords make it more suited for evening and cooler weather occasions. While some enjoy it for work, its strength could be overwhelming for a typical office environment. It shines during dates and formal events where its distinct character can be appreciated.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with an earthy, green aromatic hit of rosemary and star anise, brightened by a whisper of bergamot. The heart delves into a classic barbershop fougere with clean lavender and a kick of spicy clove and geranium, before settling into a deep, woody base. Vetiver and guaiac wood provide gravitas, while patchouli contributes a rich earthiness, softened by a hint of tonka bean's warmth that rounds out the otherwise sharply masculine edges.

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