Rive Gauche Pour Homme Intense

Markedly similar to the original, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche pour Homme Intense is somewhat more condensed and less bright but very much overall on the same wave length. In lacking the original's sharper, fresher qualities, though, some of the barbershop vibe is supplanted by spiciness, but only ever so slightly. There's still the presence of some sharp lavender, coupled with woods, vetiver, guaiac, and star anise. It's woody, slightly spicy, and slightly fresh. The note breakdown seems almost identical to the original, but as far as notables differences, I would simply point to Intense being a little denser and longer-lasting as well as less bright, perhaps more suited for nighttime and cold weather use for men. Intense is still a small additional achievement in its own right, a somewhat willing variant to reach for, though I don't regard it as independently worth owning in addition to the original. I imagine Intense can provide a useful solution to those who find the original too fleeting, but most like me seem to be content with the original as is. Still, I quite enjoy this flanker, even if it doesn't deviate from the original much. 8 out of 10

This is basically the OG Rive Gauche pour Homme but darker, with less of that refreshing metallic anise note and a deeper base. This one also has more spices to it. Feels more wintery than the OG , which was already very good for colder weather. This just pushes it further into that space. It is less modern and feels like a more old school take on the Rive Gauche pour Homme DNA. They are both very similar but there is a significant difference in freshness especially during the opening. This feels like it could be from the 90s whereas RGPH OG feels like its a 2000s take on the 80s fougeres, if that makes sense. Very potent and if you love RGPH you will obviously love this but you might not prefer it. Personally I think I still prefer the original since my favourite part is the metallic freshness it has. I would however probably choose this first if I have the choice if I am doing something like going out at night to a dinner or something of that nature. This is more nocturnal.

A classic barbershop scent. I love the way this brings me back to my childhood at the barbershop in our neighborhood in NY. Some might even think of a country club's bathroom. It's perfect for men over the age of 25. It's clean, fresh and timeless. The intense version is much better then the original. It's worth looking into. Also a great wedding frag. Not strong enough to overpower the groom but loud enough to get acknowledged. I love it. Happy Hunting!

wow don't mess around here. a rive gauche , even more masculine and, contrary to what many say, more old style. a perfect mix between rive gauche and pino silvestre. excellent projection and longevity. a must have. an ancestor of all the soapy and clean perfumes that are now so popular in the current market, and that i love. if you find it at a good price, make it yours, you will not regret it. 10/10

a dark woody floral, I have two refills and I plan to keep them for life because they are a treasure. I have never smelled such a fragrance, lavender ebony truffle and dark chocolate with such power and charisma very masculine and sexy no perfume these days comes close to it. Monsieur Cavalier never disappoints