ClementineOpens with
JasmineHeart
Bourbon VanillaDries down to
Also asEau de Parfum · 2004 →
Jacques Cavallier-BelletrudThe nose · 228 fragrances · also made Opium Pour Homme Eau de Parfum (1995)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as feminine
Cinéma Eau de Toilette
The anticipation of an opening night premiere — a blend of fresh florals and warm vanilla that captures the excitement and charm of a glamorous evening.
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Cinéma Eau de ToilettePremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessSignature · MontblancMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares clementine, peony and white musk8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Jacques Cavallier Belletrud crafted Cinéma Eau de Toilette in 2006 for Yves Saint Laurent, a brand long synonymous with French elegance and sophistication. This fragrance opens with the bright zest of clementine, mingling seamlessly with mimosa and cyclamen to create an initial burst of freshness that feels like stepping into a sunlit garden. The heart of jasmine, amaryllis, and peony adds layers of soft floral warmth, while bourbon vanilla, amber, and white musk in the base round out the composition with a sensuous, powdery sweetness that lingers on the skin.
Apply Cinéma Eau de Toilette in light, even sprays. The clementine top note fades quickly but sets up the floral heart beautifully. Focus on pulse points for the best longevity; the powdery base notes will keep you feeling warm and alluring throughout the evening.
Fig. 01 — Cinéma Eau de Toilette, Yves Saint Laurent
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Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Louis Vuitton's master perfumerJacques Cavallier Belletrud is the master perfumer at Louis Vuitton and one of the most accomplished noses in the industry.
“It was like a game, but it helped me, step by step, learn the language of perfume.”
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud · Thames & Hudson / Sharp Magazine profiles
The Cinéma line
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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