Yves Saint Laurent 2011 EDP

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Saharienne

by Carlos Benaïm , Anne Flipo

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Yves Saint Laurent Saharienne is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Carlos Benaïm and Anne Flipo. Saharienne opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Redcurrant Leaf, Petitgrain, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Pink Pepper and Ginger. Yves Saint Laurent's Saharienne carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. Saharienne starts off like a dream for some, a fresh, spicy citrus marvel. But for many, it quickly fades into a ghost of its former self, or worse, into a dated lemon-scented cleaning product. Not a safe blind buy, mate.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Subtle
  • Uplifting
Saharienne Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, light citrus and white floral profile make it excellent for casual wear or sport. However, the notoriously poor longevity and sillage mean it's not ideal for formal events or dates where presence is key. It's safe for an office if oversprayed a bit due to weak performance.

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About

Saharienne bursts open with a zesty, invigorating splash of lemon, bergamot, and mandarin, immediately bright and clean. This vibrant citrus is quickly joined by a sophisticated heart of orange blossom and jasmine, warmed by the green, slightly bitter touch of galbanum and redcurrant leaf. The dry-down reveals a subtle, sharp kick of ginger and pink pepper, adding an unexpected but intriguing fresh-spicy depth.