Yves Saint Laurent 2017 EDT

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Y

by Dominique Ropion , Claire Liégent

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Yves Saint Laurent Y is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017, created by Dominique Ropion and Claire Liégent. Y opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Ginger, and Mint, settles into a heart of Violet Leaf, Geranium, Apple, and Pineapple, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Vetiver, and Incense. Yves Saint Laurent's Y carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

YSL Y EDT is a quintessential 'blue' fragrance - fresh, clean, and universally appealing. While some lament its alleged lack of uniqueness, it's a reliable crowd-pleaser that delivers on scent, if not always on longevity, making it a solid everyday choice.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Modern
  • Cozy
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Y Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fresh Spicy
100%
Aromatic
98%
Fresh
95%
Citrus
89%
Green
74%
Fruity
72%

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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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean profile, combined with moderate longevity and sillage, makes it perfect for office, casual, and sport settings where it won't overpower. While suitable for dates, its mass-appealing nature might lack the distinctiveness for formal events.

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About

It bursts open with a vibrant, zesty hit of aldehydes, bergamot, and ginger, sharpened by a cool mint. This invigorating start mellows into a fruity heart of crisp apple and juicy pineapple, layered over green violet leaves and the subtle spice of geranium. The dry down retains a fresh cleanliness, anchored by earthy vetiver and musk, with a hint of warm ambergris and refined cedar for depth. It's a journey from sparkling freshness to a comfortably clean, woody base.

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