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Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as masculine
Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives — where a burst of fresh apple meets the earthy aroma of sage, grounded by warm woody notes.
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Yves Saint Laurent Kouros SilverPremium · $100–250
71%Similar accords, often for lessTrue Fact · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 3 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver, launched in 2015 and crafted by perfumers Michel Girard and Olivier Pescheux, is a modern interpretation of the classic Kouros. The composition begins with fresh apple notes that introduce an invigorating sense of crispness, leading into the aromatic heart of sage. This green freshness is balanced by the woody base notes of amber and woods, creating a harmonious blend that feels both contemporary and lasting.
One or two sprays is enough to capture its essence. The fresh fruity top note of apple fades quickly, making way for the aromatic heart and woody base that carry through the day. Best worn in warmer months when its crisp freshness can shine.
Fig. 01 — Yves Saint Laurent Kouros Silver, Yves Saint Laurent
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Michel Girard
A Grasse childhood, a global careerBorn in 1957 and raised in Grasse, Michel Girard graduated from Lycée Fénelon in 1974 and built his early career at Robertet before becoming a Senior Perfumer at Quest International in 1986.
Co-created with Olivier Pescheux
Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 36%, disliked or hated by 21%.