Yves Saint Laurent 2021 EDP

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Wild Leather

by Fanny Bal

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Yves Saint Laurent Wild Leather is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Fanny Bal. Wild Leather opens with Bergamot, Pepper, and Thyme, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Lavender, Geranium, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Suede, Leather, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. Yves Saint Laurent's Wild Leather carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you - this isn't some untamed beast. Wild Leather is a surprisingly smooth, sophisticated leather that leans more 'luxury handbag' than 'biker gang'. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who want their leather refined, not raw, though a few find it a bit too well-behaved.
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  • Bold
  • Elegant
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Wild Leather Eau de Parfum 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its strong projection and longevity suggest it's better reserved for evenings or cooler weather. While too prominent for a quiet office, its refined leather and vanilla profile makes it perfect for dates and formal events, with some reviewers even enjoying it casually.

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
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Opening with a subtle freshness from bergamot, it quickly introduces a sophisticated leather and suede accord, softened by creamy vanilla and a hint of sweet, aromatic licorice. As it settles, warm spices and herbal thyme emerge, grounded by earthy patchouli and guaiac wood, creating a balanced and elegant composition. It’s a clean, polished leather, smoothly blended, with whispers of saffron and geranium adding intrigue throughout its journey.

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