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Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as masculine
Kouros Summer Edition 2008
The sunlit boardwalk where the tang of sea air meets the bright zest of citrus fruits — a moment of refreshing energy and quiet strength.
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Kouros Summer Edition 2008Premium · $100–250
59%Similar accords, often for lessAmber Fusion For Her · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Kouros Summer Edition 2008 by Yves Saint Laurent was launched in 2008 as part of the brand's legacy of sophisticated elegance, grounded in a heritage that began in 1961. This aromatic aquatic fragrance opens with bright citrus and fresh spicy notes, evoking the freshness of summer days. Bergamot and mandarin are balanced by a subtle ozone and sea accord, while amber and woody accords provide warmth and depth, creating an energetic yet composed scent.
Apply one to two sprays for an energetic start; the fresh spicy and citrus notes will last through the day, with the woody base ensuring a warm finish. Best worn during daylight hours when its crispness shines.
Fig. 01 — Kouros Summer Edition 2008, Yves Saint Laurent
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The Kouros line
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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With Yves Saint Laurent Opium Extrait de Parfum 40th Anniversary Edition
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What people
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Warmly received so far: loved by 65%, disliked or hated by 3%.