Y Le Parfum

I'm writing this review after trying the EDT, EDP, live and le parfum and I'll try my best to compare them as objectively as I can. I own the EDT and EDP, and the le parfum and live I have tried multiple times from a sample. All of the fragrances of this series are some of my favorites. Even though these fragrances are from the same series, it would be a mistake to assume they're the same. Overall, their openings are similar, going for a fresh, natural and aromatic smell and all of them are great actually. They also have the same vibe, going for a natural walk in the forest idea. However they present you with a bit of a problem that if you would only try them for a short while it would be hard to notice any differences. The differences start when you get to the drydown. Each one has a different note in the drydown that has the major role. The drydowns also have a very different level of warmth to it which makes them suitable for different occasions or climates. Openings: If I had to choose, I would say the the le parfum has the best opening. It's deeper than the others and very intense. The EDP probably has the least stunning opening because there are no aldehydes in this one. The opening is still good however. The EDT has a more fresh opening but it lacks the intensity of the way the notes envelop you at the start like the le parfum does. The live version has an opening that is a bit unique compared to the others as it contains some added sweetness. Besides this, the store I bought this from has different info on the notes, those being: Top: Bergamot, lemon, ginger. Middle: Orange Blossom, geranium, sage. Base: Cacao, tonka bean, juniper. I think fragrantica is wrong on this one because there is definitely tonka bean in this one. Drydowns: Here the EDP is in my opinion the best. It really encapsulates the walking in a spring forest vibe extremely well with the natural and woody scents. Especially the amberwood in the drydown is just too good. The only bad thing that I have to say is that if you compare the EDP to the le parfum that the EDP is a lot less noticeable, which is weird because by itself it is my favorite. I would argue this is because the drydown of the le parfum has stronger smells. The drydown of the le parfum is the most warm scent of the series. The other ones go more for a fresh drydown but the le parfum does no such thing. It's more of a wood and mild spicy kind of smell, resulting from the ceder and tonka bean notes. I say mild spice because they have a certain softness to it. In this sense it's also pretty different compared to the other ones. The le parfum is clearly the most long lived as well. My only issue with the le parfum is that the woody-spicy-tonka bean smell is kind of predictable but that doesn't mean it's bad. The EDT is the more fresh. It is also the one I would prefer wearing in very warm weather. The musk note is very noticeable in the drydown and a nice addition. The musk is also not too dominating (which often happens) and well balanced with the other ingredients. The projection and longevity of this drydown is a bit weaker compared to the other ones. There is nothing wrong with the quality itself, it's more that your nose gets used to certain smells so if you own multiple of this series you might want to consider spraying some extra to make sure you get this one. The live version has a drydown that trades the slight woody smell from EDP for some added sweetness and freshness. After about an hour to 2 hours the smell can be very dense if you smell it up close so maybe don't spray too much, or take that as an indication that you have good projection, you choose. The EDT is also fresh but I would say this one more so and I actually like that a lot. The added sweetness however is another story, I would argue that it limits it's potential because it makes this one a lot less classy than the other fragrances in the Y line. It's a more straightforward smell and it doesn't have the depth the other ones do but it does smell amazing. Overall (for me personally): 1. EDP 2. le parfum 3. Live 4. EDT The EDP is my favorite, it gives you the vibe that this scent was made for perfectly. That being said, the other ones are good too and they can be more suitable depending on the occasion or weather. The le parfum I would highly recommend as well. The warmness of the smell really takes it into a different direction than the other ones. I'm definitely picking this one up if I can get a good price on it, if that means anything to you readers. The live I would recommend in warm weather or for young people or on a night out given that the projection packs quite a punch. The sweetness makes it less suitable for formal occasions however. I'm not sure whether I'll buy one because I'm not sure what I should do with it yet, but maybe. The EDT I would recommend in warmer weather or if you want something more professional than the live version. The freshness of the EDT can't be denied and I'll still be using this a lot on formal occasions. If you're still with me after this wall of text, thanks for reading!

Arguably one of the best scents of 2021. A rich, potent concoction of pure delight. Smelling this for the first time, it hits you like a brick and makes you go through all of the emotions. "What is this scent?","This scent smells lovely", "I can't get enough of this scent". Out of all the YSL Y line this is the best, the pinnacle of perfumery. Classy, sophisticated, smooth, delicate and yet explosive. It is just a more rounded and potent Y perfume, the Eau De Parfum and the Eau De Toilette, are both great and did their own things. But they mostly set themselves up for this wonderful fragrance. (Not talking about the elixir, as that is a major disappointment). When you smell this , you think of a smart dressed gentleman, a musician, an artist, a photographer. This is such a creative fragrance, it is perfectly suited for the creative mind, it goes hand-in-hand with that genre of people. Speaking from experience as a photographer, this scent just captures the moment like a camera would. The bottle is sleek and a staplepiece for any fragrance collection. You know what you're getting when you look at the bottle even before smelling the scent. All the notes have been turned up to 'maximum' you can smell all the individual notes if you try hard enough, you can smell the change when it goes to the mid notes and then eventually the bottom notes. The longevity of the scent is beastly. Easily 8 hours on skin, and over 12 hours on clothes. Perfect all rounder perfume, will work in all climates and weather. Smells different than it would if you were to spray it in another season, summer let's say. Blind buy worthy, absolutely. Get the Le Parfum over any of the others in the Y line. You will be chuffed to bits at the scent and how lovely it is. Worth full price in my honest opinion.

I really love YSL Y Le Parfum 2021 & am gutted they felt the need to replace it; Le Parfum 2021 is youthful but also mature. Its that traditional fresh DNA but has a powdery almost vanilla-like soapiness. Its very interesting because the tonka with the other notes really adds a nice nutty vibe. . . But its not dense enough just for winter or fall, because it dries down to a soapy, sour-citrus freshness. Ginger adds a crispness, you're not detecting Ginger but more so the zing you'd get from sniffing it, with hints of grapefruit. It's a much less sour apple than the EDP & has a non-medicinal lavender thats very nice. Most lavender fragrances are way too acrid & have a chemical burn to them. Yet Le Parfum 2021 is very smooth. Its a great 4 season fragrance that opens synthetic but quickly dissipates into a gentle but strong profile. Its perfectly in the middle, great for night or day, summer or winter. Id say its only weakness would be in EXTREME heat, like a heat wave. A personal suggestion as other fragrance lovers will note each scent performs differently based on skin or on clothes. Ive noticed Le Parfum 2021 on clothes is excellent & really extends its projection and performance considerably. That soapy fresh citrus layer quickly disappears on skin but last the entire duration on one's shirt collar. Very heartbroken that my two favorite fragrances are now discontinued. . . 2021 Le Parfum & Eau Fraiche. . . My back up bottles will last me at least another decade, heres hoping I find a decent replacement for either . . As for a quick 2025 comparison, its okay, not bad but the 2021 has better versatility & the newer one limits itself to a 3 season fragrance due to the heavy balsam & pine notes. If the 2021 Le Parfum is a 10/10 id say the 2025 is a 7 or 8/10.

⭐️ My autumn signature. Confident, modern, and perfectly balanced. Y Le Parfum is the scent I reach for when the air gets cooler, the days get shorter, and everything turns a little more reflective. It’s elegant without being flashy, intense without being overwhelming. My go-to for autumn — and one of my all-time favourites. 🧪 Scent Breakdown: Opening: Bright apple and spicy ginger burst out in the opening — fresh, crisp, and slightly sweet, like biting into a cold apple in early October. There’s a hint of aldehydes that gives it that clean, soapy sharpness — but smoother than in earlier Y flankers. Heart: The lavender here is rich and aromatic, not powdery. It blends beautifully with sage and geranium, adding a slightly green, herbal twist. It feels modern and composed. Dry Down: This is where the magic happens. Incense and tonka bean come forward, giving it warmth and depth. It’s smoky-smooth, slightly resinous, with a soft sweetness that lingers. The patchouli and cedar add a subtle woody foundation that never dominates but anchors the scent. 🕰️ When I Wear It: Always in autumn — from brisk mornings to moody evenings. Works well dressed up or down. It’s versatile, but I love it most in cooler weather, where its deeper notes can really unfold. 🧥 The Vibe: Imagine a black cashmere coat, boots hitting wet pavement, amber light spilling through windows. That’s Y Le Parfum. Stylish, clean, mysterious — and just a bit sensual.

This was the first full bottle fragrance I purchased in the YSL Y line. I have also sampled YSL Y EDP Intense and have a full bottle of YSL Y EDP. I think that this is the best YSL Y fragrance in the line, if not YSL Y EDP Intense. The Le Parfum smells similar to the EDP, however it is much more smoother and richer, removing its sweet and sharp edges and instead opting into a more oriental style. The aldehydes in the opening gives the fragrance an airy-like quality that transitions well into the mids, with its clean lavender and herbaceous sage and geranium. The dry down is a little more sweeter than the EDP, instead of ambers and vetiver the dry down focuses on tonka bean, which increases the smooth creamy like quality of this scent. Overall, this fragrance is elegant and is much more versatile than the EDP, where it has the density and richness to last in the colder months. I would recommend this fragrance for anyone who is 21+ years old who wants a fresh fragrance that also has some maturity to it, a contender to Chanel's Bleu De Chanel. This fragrance lasts almost twice as long as the EDP, while you may think it fades fast, trust me it has push and you will go noseblind to it from its oriental, aldehydic nature. Unfortunately this is now discontinued, however if you love the YSL Y DNA, give this one a try! I am so glad that I purchased this before the discontinuation.