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Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as feminine
Cinéma Festival
The anticipation of stepping into a grand cinema hall — the crisp freshness of citrus mingling with the warmth of floral and vanilla, capturing the excitement of an upcoming premiere.
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Cinéma FestivalPremium · $100–250
51%Similar accords, often for lessSunny Magnolia · LanvinMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2006 by Yves Saint Laurent, Cinéma Festival is a vibrant Oriental Floral fragrance for women. It opens with the bright zest of Italian Lemon and Mandarin Orange, creating an immediate sense of freshness and energy. The heart notes of Almond Blossom, Tiare Flower, Jasmine, and Amaryllis weave together into a blend of floral sweetness, while the base notes of Vanilla, Amber, and White Musk add warmth and depth. This composition encapsulates the lively atmosphere of a festival, where the scent of fresh flowers and warm vanilla blends with the excitement of a glamorous evening.
Apply one to two sprays to capture the initial burst of citrus, which fades within an hour. The warm base notes will then take over, lingering softly throughout the evening. This fragrance is best suited for indoor events where it can be appreciated up close.
Fig. 01 — Cinéma Festival, Yves Saint Laurent
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The Cinéma line
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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