Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Vanilla
100%
Woody
73%
Fruity
59%
Powdery
59%
White Floral
55%
Green
53%
Aromatic
53%
Sweet
53%
Amber
47%
Warm Spicy
46%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Vanilla, Woody, and Fruity) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Vanilla, Woody, Fruity, and Powdery among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.
Projection
With Vanilla, Woody, Fruity, and Powdery among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.
Overview
ManifestobyYves Saint Laurentis a Amber Floral fragrance for women.Manifestowas launched in 2012. Manifesto was created by Anne Flipo and Loc Dong. Top notes are Black Currant, Green Notes and Bergamot; middle notes are Jasmine Sambac and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood and Cedar.Manifesto is a new women's perfume from Yves Saint Laurent, coming out on the market in late August 2012. The perfume is described as spontaneous, free spirited and courageous; a scent full of passion and emotion.The face of the perfume is actress Jessica Chastain, who declared: "Yves Saint Laurent is a brand that inspires me deeply. Since its creation, the brand has conveyed strong values that I cherish, such as unwavering commitment, absolute love and feminine audacity. The new fragrance is an emblem of it all."The composition is developed by Anne Flipo and Loc Dong. It starts off with fresh green wave, bergamot and black currant. The heart includes accords of white flowers such as Sambac jasmine and lily of the valley. The base is woody and slightly oriental and captures notes of cedar, sandalwood, vanilla and tonka bean.The fragrance is available as 30, 50 and 90 ml Eau de Parfum.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Manifesto office-safe?
- Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.