Yves Saint Laurent 2015 EDP

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Trench

by Amandine Clerc-Marie

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Yves Saint Laurent Trench is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Amandine Clerc-Marie. Trench opens with Bergamot, Fig, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Neroli and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk. Yves Saint Laurent's Trench carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This classy iris-citrus concoction is a surprisingly divisive scent. Some find it a sophisticated, clean masterpiece with excellent longevity, while others are put off by a musty, sharp, or overtly floral quality that doesn't justify the price tag. Love it or hate it, you can't ignore its unique character.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Fresh
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Trench Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tangerine38%
Bergamot37%
Fig26%
Heartas listed
Iris55%
Neroli45%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, refined character and moderate sillage make it ideal for office wear, while its sophisticated blend of citrus and iris also suits formal and casual settings. Some reviewers noted its versatility for 'any occasion', fitting for both daily wear and more solemn events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Trench opens with a bright, zesty burst of tangerine and bergamot, softened by the rich, green sweetness of fig. This vibrant start quickly blends into a heart of powdery iris and fresh neroli, creating a clean yet creamy floral core. The dry down settles into a subtle musky base, maintaining a refined, airy elegance that lingers beautifully on the skin.

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