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Yves Saint Laurent

Cuir Sublime Oud

Cuir Sublime Oud by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a leather, violet composition with a oud undertone. Voted best for winter wear — and genuinely unisex.

suede opulencewoody sophisticationviolet warmthpowerful yet softsmoky elegance
3.96· 82 Ratings
Created byFabrice Pellegrin
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

Cuir Sublime Oud by Yves Saint Laurent, launched in 2025 and created by perfumer Fabrice Pellegrin, is a powerful woody fragrance that captures the opulence of oud with a soft suede touch and the gentle caress of violet. This composition blends leather's rugged warmth with the delicate floral notes of violet, creating a juxtaposition that speaks to both modernity and elegance. The smoky undertones of oud add depth and sophistication, making it an intriguing choice for those who appreciate complexity in their fragrances.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Top

Opening

Heart

The Soul

Base

Foundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine5%
Unisex10%
Feminine85%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak0
Weak640
Moderate3.0k
Long16.0k
Eternal9.9k
Sillage
Intimate0
Moderate9.4k
Strong16.0k
Enormous8.0k

Application Tips

Apply Cuir Sublime Oud in light layers — the violet notes are delicate but linger close to skin. The smoky base of oud takes time to bloom, so it’s best experienced up close rather than from a distance.

Designer Yves Saint Laurent

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

The quiet confidence of a well-curated leather-bound library, where the scent of books and suede mingles with subtle floral undertones.

Fig. 01 — Cuir Sublime Oud, Yves Saint Laurent

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06 · The Room

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