Tuxedo
“Tuxedo by Yves Saint Laurent is a Chypre fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
A community favourite — a patchouli, vanilla composition with a amber undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2015 by Yves Saint Laurent and crafted by perfumer Juliette Karagueuzoglou, Tuxedo is a sophisticated chypre fragrance for both women and men. The composition opens with a fresh spicy accord featuring violet leaf and coriander, before transitioning into a heart of bergamot, rose, and lily-of-the-valley. This floral bouquet then settles into a rich base of patchouli, bourbon vanilla, and ambergris, creating an aura of warmth and depth.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to your pulse points. The fresh spicy notes are prominent at first but give way to the luxurious base within an hour. This fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room, so layering it with a light cologne or aftershave can enhance its complexity.
Juliette Karagueuzoglou
Founding perfumer · 75 fragrances
Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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Edited by Scentsation Editorial
The story behind the bottle.
The quiet confidence of a well-tailored suit — where fresh spices meet the rich, warm embrace of vanilla and patchouli.
Fig. 01 — Tuxedo, Yves Saint Laurent
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