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Yves Saint Laurent Y
by Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent Y is a clean, fresh, and youthful fragrance designed for daytime wear during warmer months. It opens with zesty citrus notes of bergamot, lemon, and ginger, combining with mint and aldehydes to create a lightly effervescent, soapy, and slightly aromatic feel. The heart brings green apple, violet leaf, and geranium, creating a sweet yet disciplined floral-fruity accord. As it dries down, it settles into a musky, slightly sweet ambergris and incense base with vetiver and cedar, giving it a skin-adjacent, unobtrusive character. The scent balances crisp freshness with a soft, clean sweetness, making it wearable and appealing to a wide audience. Performance is moderate—lasting around 4 to 5 hours with steady, intimate projection, which is typical of EDTs. It’s not overly bold or long-lasting, but it remains pleasant throughout the day. Noted as a safe, versatile choice for casual or professional settings, especially young men seeking a modern, fresh, and mass-appealing scent.
Pros
- +Balances crisp, fresh citrus and green notes with a clean, subtle sweet-musky base.
- +Highly versatile—it works well in warm weather, daywear, and professional settings.
- +Appeals to a broad audience, often gaining compliments and positive reactions.
Cons
- −Moderate longevity and projection—disappointing for those seeking a long-lasting or strong sillage.
- −Feels highly generic and lacks individuality, resembling other popular 'blue' fragrances.
- −May feel too lightweight or slight for those seeking more depth or character.