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L'Homme Yves Saint Laurent design

L'Homme Yves Saint Laurent design by Jean Nouvel by Yves Saint Laurent is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men

The Quick Read

Well loved by wearers — a fresh spicy, aromatic composition with a citrus undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.

fresh spicyinvigoratingwoody warmthsubtle complexitymodern elegance
4.2· 107 Ratings
Created byAnne Flipo
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

L'Homme Yves Saint Laurent design was launched in 2008, created by the trio of perfumers Anne Flipo, Dominique Ropion, and Pierre Wargnye. This fragrance is a Woody Floral Musk that opens with a vibrant blend of ginger, bergamot, lemon, and spices, creating an invigorating freshness. As it evolves, violet leaf and white pepper add complexity, while tonka bean, tahitian vetiver, and cedar contribute warmth and depth. The result is a composition that balances the crispness of citrus and aromatics with rich woody notes.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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

Who Wears It

Masculine85%
Unisex10%
Feminine5%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak5.6k
Weak6.2k
Moderate16.0k
Long7.7k
Eternal2.1k
Sillage
Intimate5.6k
Moderate16.0k
Strong6.7k
Enormous4.6k

Application Tips

Apply this fragrance with two light sprays to allow the citrus and spicy notes to bloom first. The woody base will gradually emerge over the next few hours, ensuring it remains close to your skin without overpowering.

03 · The Nose

Anne Flipo

Founding perfumer · 287 fragrances

Anne Flipo portrait

Anne Flipo’s first addition to the Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle collection. A perfume that draws inspiration from nature while employing the precision of synthetics

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Designer Yves Saint Laurent

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

The quiet intensity of an office desk in the early morning — where sharp focus meets a hint of earthy comfort, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Fig. 01 — L'Homme Yves Saint Laurent design, Yves Saint Laurent

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06 · The Room

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