Yves-Saint-Laurent

Y

for women

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Fragrance notes

How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).

Green 100%
White Floral 78%
Earthy 77%
Woody 75%
Aldehydic 61%
Mossy 61%
Fruity 57%
Floral 57%
Powdery 55%
Amber 55%

Performance

Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Green, White Floral, and Earthy) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.

Longevity

With Green, White Floral, Earthy, and Woody among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.

Projection

With Green, White Floral, Earthy, and Woody among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.

Overview

YbyYves Saint Laurentis a Chypre Fruity fragrance for women.Ywas launched in 1964. The nose behind this fragrance is Michel Hy. Top notes are Aldehydes, Green Notes, Galbanum, Honeysuckle, Peach, Gardenia and Mirabelle Plum; middle notes are Hiacynth, Orris Root, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Tuberose and Bulgarian Rose; base notes are Oakmoss, Civet, Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Styrax and Amber.

Quick answers

Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.

Is Y office-safe?
With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
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.