Eau de Toilette1997
Yvresse Eau de Toilette Legere

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Yves Saint Laurent  ·  Sold as feminine

Yvresse Eau de Toilette Legere

The crispness of an early morning walk through a fragrant garden, where the first rays of sunlight highlight the subtle nuances of each bloom.

4.29181 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
floralearthyfruityfreshsweetpowdery
Yvresse Eau de Toilette LegerePremium · $100–250
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How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate55% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak7%
Moderate35%
Long lasting27%
Eternal28%
SillageModerate38% say strong or enormous
Intimate11%
Moderate51%
Strong19%
Enormous19%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine3%
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Unisex17%
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Feminine80%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 1997 and crafted by Jean-Pierre Mary and Sophia Grojsman, Yvresse Eau de Toilette Legere is a floral chypre that captures the essence of a vibrant yet restrained elegance. The fragrance opens with bright nectarine and cassis, providing a burst of fruity freshness that transitions into the delicate notes of mimosa and rose. Lilac adds an unexpected layer of sweetness before oakmoss, vetiver, and patchouli ground the composition with earthy warmth. This balance between lightness and depth makes Yvresse Eau de Toilette Legere a lasting choice for those who appreciate both freshness and complexity.

How to wear it

For best results, apply this fragrance in light layers — it blooms beautifully with time and reveals new facets as the day progresses. Given its fresh floral character, it pairs well with spring and summer outfits but can also be enjoyed year-round for a touch of vibrant elegance.

Fig. 01 — Yvresse Eau de Toilette Legere, Yves Saint Laurent

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03 · The nose

Jean-Pierre Mary

IFF's designer-brand specialist

Jean-Pierre Mary is a perfumer who has worked for International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF), creating fragrances for brands including Adidas, Boucheron, Dolce & Gabbana, Mandarina Duck, and Salvatore Ferragamo.

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Co-created with Sophia Grojsman

Designer Yves Saint Laurent

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Adds fresh spicy, citrus and lavender; shares patchouli and vetiver.

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What people
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4.29/ 5 · 181 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 48%, disliked or hated by 8%.

Love48%
Like43%
OK2%
Dislike7%
Hate1%
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