2008
Baby Doll Magic

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Yves Saint Laurent  ·  Sold as feminine

Baby Doll Magic

A vibrant summer day spent dancing in a garden filled with blooming flowers and ripe fruits, where the air is alive with joy and energy.

3.5939 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
floralfruitymuskytropicalsweetwhite floral
Baby Doll MagicPremium · $100–250
61%Similar accords, often for lessEscada Marine Groove · EscadaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares musk, jasmine and passionfruit8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityVery weak
Very weak37%
Weak37%
Moderate25%
Long lasting0%
Eternal0%
SillageStrong64% say strong or enormous
Intimate27%
Moderate9%
Strong36%
Enormous27%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine0%
⚥
Unisex50%
♀
Feminine50%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2008, Baby Doll Magic by Yves Saint Laurent is a Floral Fruity fragrance that captures the essence of youthful exuberance and sweetness. The composition opens with bright citrus and tropical notes, creating an initial burst of freshness. This vibrant start gives way to a heart of white florals and soft fruits, which blend seamlessly into a musky, powdery base. The result is a scent that feels both innocent and sophisticated, embodying the spirit of carefree joy.

How to wear it

Apply one to two sprays on pulse points. The citrus and tropical top notes are bright but quick to fade, so they’re best enjoyed up close. The musky base notes will linger, providing a soft, warm trail throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Baby Doll Magic, Yves Saint Laurent

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The Baby Doll line

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Designer Yves Saint Laurent

More from the house · founded 1961 · France

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Adds warm spicy, amber and patchouli; shares jasmine.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.59/ 5 · 39 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 18%, disliked or hated by 28%.

Love18%
Like51%
OK3%
Dislike28%
Hate0%
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