Yves Saint Laurent 2004 EDT

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Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light

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Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2004. Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light opens with Bergamot, Star Anise, and Mint, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Lavender, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Guaiac Wood. Yves Saint Laurent's Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

A barbershop classic, Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light is often hailed as a superior, more versatile version of the original. It's a confident, masculine scent that projects class and sophistication.
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Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light Eau de Toilette 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:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its barbershop freshness and balanced aromatic-woody character make it suitable for various settings, from a smart casual outing to a formal event. While 'Light' suggests versatility, some note its powerful presence means it's best avoided on genuinely hot days, tempering its casual and sport scores.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a brisk, cool hit of mint and sparkling bergamot, softened by a touch of aromatic star anise. The heart introduces a refined floral blend of lavender and geranium, grounded by earthy patchouli. It settles into a warm, distinguished base of guaiac wood and vetiver, evoking the comforting, clean scent of a high-end shaving cream with a brighter, fresher edge.

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