Eau de Parfum1978
Yatagan
Vincent MarcelloThe nose · 2 fragrances · also made Private Collection (1973)Portrait →

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Caron  ·  Sold as masculine

Yatagan

The crisp morning after a storm, where the air smells of pine and moss, and the sun peeks through wet branches.

4.232,984 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
woodyaromaticgreenfresh spicysmokyherbal

Smells likea pine forest

YataganPremium · $100–250
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How it wears

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LongevityModerate46% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak4%
Weak9%
Moderate40%
Long lasting35%
Eternal11%
SillageModerate39% say strong or enormous
Intimate13%
Moderate48%
Strong29%
Enormous11%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine87%
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Unisex11%
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Feminine3%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Yatagan by Caron, launched in 1978 and crafted by Vincent Marcello, is a scent that marries the sharp freshness of green notes with the earthy warmth of woody accords. The composition opens with pine, galbanum, and watercress, creating an invigorating, almost bracing introduction. As it settles into its heart, lavender and mint add a herbal depth, while oak moss and incense lend a smoky, balsamic undertone. This fragrance is a proof of Caron's legacy of blending classic elements with contemporary flair.

How to wear it

Apply Yatagan with a light hand — its green freshness can be overpowering if used too heavily. It blooms best on cooler skin, so it's ideal for early mornings or brisk evenings when you want to evoke a sense of invigorating freshness.

Fig. 01 — Yatagan, Caron

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Vincent Marcello portrait
03 · The nose

Vincent Marcello

The nose behind Yatagan

Vincent Marcello was a significant French perfumer of the 1970s who collaborated with Caron, Halston, and Estée Lauder.

2fragrances
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Designer Caron

More from the house · founded 1904 · France

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YataganBellodgia Extrait
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With Caron Bellodgia Extrait

Adds warm spicy, floral and powdery; shares musk.

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06 · The Room

What people
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4.23/ 5 · 2,984 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 49%, disliked or hated by 10%.

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