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

This is god like.its the only fragrance thats lasts and lasts and lasts. supreme juice and its smells outstanding!!! Smell 10/10 Longivity 10/10 Sillage 9/10 Compliments 10/10

not old but young yet and almost modern even its barber chracter(less than ph). Clean, spicy and woody. IMO special and signature scent for nights in four seasons.

This is really very different from the normal. Darker concentrated patchouli, very strong long lasting, nice flowers. Unique.

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Sniffing samples of the first, non-Intense Rive Gauche in High School was my first introduction to Fougére fragrances, and I loved every bit of it- from the intense mossy green feeling to the way the vanillic elements amplified and softened the plant materials. Fast forward a couple of years...on vacation in Portland, OR I visited The Perfume House (great shop- highly recommended) and found this bottle of RG Intense. I thought it would be perfect...a stronger version of a fragrance I loved but had a hard time finding. I bought it unsniffed. Imagine my disappointment then when I got the bottle home to discover a strong, but less complex version of the fragrance I so admired. I put the bottle on the shelf. I still wear it from time to time (I'm actually wearing it today) but I've never been completely in love with it the way I was the first. It did teach me a valuable lesson- EDT's labelled "Intense" are often simplified formulas with a few signature elements turned up to 11.

This is definitely an aromatic fougere fragrance. The dark woody notes make it unique and interesting to wear. I must admit I was turned off by the mention of the whole "barbershop" vibe. But now I'm sure that this one stands out as a very dark and greenish woody fragrance that will suit most users and can be worn as a day or night time scent. I find it an intriguing one to wear and would certainly recommend it.

To my surprise I have just realised wearing it that it's not really an intense version of the original Rive Gauche! Yes, it's different, however not better :( The main difference is that it's less complex and much more "green". I miss something(s) in it. The original is a big winner for me, but Intense is so-so... :(

This is way more than just an intense version of the original Rive Gauche Pour Homme. Although it retains a hint of the ‘barbershop’ characteristic that the original is famous for, this is much darker and less fresh. Where the original strongly reminds me of ‘old school’ shaving crème, this intense version has added a certain heavier mysterious spiciness that takes it off in another direction. I suppose I would say that where the original is perfect for daytime use, this version should be reserved for night. If I'm totally honest with myself, I actually think I prefer the original Rive Gauche composition over this 'intense' version. The original always had a fresh uplifting quality that I don’t really detect here. However, there’s no denying that this is a high quality fragrance. I applied this at 7:15am this morning and now as I sit here having lunch at my desk at nearly 1:00pm I can clearly still detect its spicy presence. This one gets both thumbs up from me, but don’t just buy it blind (like I did) if you are simply looking for a stronger version of the original. This is a unique and totally original winner from Yves Saint Laurent!

I'd like to first say that I disagree with some earlier reviews saying it's totally different to the original EDT. To me, this is exactly what it says on the tin....INTENSE!! I get everything out of this version that the original doesn't deliver, longevity, sillage, sophistication. The man who wears this is a self-assured character, not one of these new-age fandangily, metro-sexual types!! A gentleman of some standing who's not afraid to make a bold statement. This scent will definitely set you apart in a room. I wear this to work, socially, or formal dinners and it always does its job. When I first sprayed it I honestly thought someone had sold me the normal EDT, but the heavier aromas of star anise and clove started to really take over and live up to its "intense" branding. I've not long finished my EDT Rive Gauche but having now tried this version I shall certainly be re-purchasing. I personally find the best place to spray is right round the collar line...I don't get much sillage from my wrists or upper chest.

I always get a skin rash where I have applied this and itchy nose on using this. It is a shame, it is a lovely fragrance, just exudes the 80s. It doesn't have great longevity or depth nor projection, but there is something that just doesn't agree with me. I would imagine a bloke in the City of London, parking outside with his German Porsche 911, quaffing French Champagne, and then ordering Indian curry whilst insisting on calling the waiter Gungadin or Sabu and moaning about the immigrants whilst harping on about his Pioneer Stereo, and Italian Suit to be wearing it. This frag is about the decadence of the late 80s, and very much in keeping with those times.

Everytime I wear this I feel great, I love the classic barbershop vibe and for me this lasts a long time. I only have the one bottle so I try not to use it too much as getting a refill is proving pretty difficult :-( but overall this is a brilliant fragrance just a shame it's discontinued 10/10 *Edit 2019 Hard to find and prices have shot but I found myself another sealed bottle of this for a fair price. Definitely not a skin scent but longevity depends on personal body chemistry. I get good longevity from all of the usual long lasting scents. This is one, it's not a power house but it's not exactly weak and poor performing!

First, dab sampling: It seems like the idea was to increase the longevity of the opening significantly (compared to the original). I never got to the dusty, woody/patchouli dominated base that one finds in the original, but that may be because I fell asleep before it got there. So, this seems to be the one to buy if you want that dry yet soft anise and rosemary dominant fougere element to last. For those who don't know, this is not a fougere in that searing Drakkar Noir style. I consider that type of scent to be "barbershop," not this one.

its something between Azzaro pour homme classic and Aramis Tuscany. when i smell this one reminds me strongly of these two. but is stronger and longer lasting from both... aroma from the 80s for sure.

This fragrance is initially potent, but within 15 mins it is a skin scent. Mike2342 accuses others of bing on another contributor of being on another planet. Well I think the planet your on is Uranus.

I remember leaving the store thinking - this is a mature and round bodied Kouros sans fecal note - excellent ! But it was just tired old water.