La Collection Y
“La Collection Y by Yves Saint Laurent is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women”
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Respected, if divisive — a earthy, mossy composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning feminine.
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La Collection Y, launched by Yves Saint Laurent in 2011 and crafted by perfumers Jacques Bercia and Michel Hy, is a chypre floral fragrance that marries earthy moss with warm spices and white florals. The composition opens with the freshness of bergamot and pink pepper, leading into an iris-rich heart that intertwines with white flowers for a soft yet distinctive presence. As it settles, patchouli and oak moss create a grounding base that adds depth and warmth.
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Application Tips
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for a gentle warmth that builds over time. It's best suited for evenings or cooler weather when its earthy and spicy notes can fully unfold without being overwhelmed by warmer temperatures.
Jacques Bercia
Founding perfumer · 2 fragrances
Jacques Bercia collaborated on Nina Ricci's Fille d'Eve (1952) and Yves Saint Laurent's Y (1964).
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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The story behind the bottle.
A library on a late afternoon — where the crisp scent of bergamot mingles with the rich earthiness of patchouli and oak moss, enveloping you in a sense of quiet sophistication.
Fig. 01 — La Collection Y, Yves Saint Laurent
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