Parisienne
fruity up front, then rose, settling into floral.
About
Parisienne by Yves Saint Laurent is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Parisienne was launched in 2009. Parisienne was created by Sophia Grojsman and Sophie Labbe. Top notes are Blackberry, Cranberry and Vinyl; middle notes are Damask Rose, Violet and Peony; base notes are Musk, Sandalwood, Vetyver and Patchouli.…
Noses: Sophie Labbé · Sophia Grojsman
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Yves Saint Laurent picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Parisienne smell like?
fruity up front, then rose, settling into floral. Dominant accords: fruity, rose, floral.
What notes are in Parisienne?
Top: Blackberry, Cranberry, Vinyl. Heart: Damask Rose, Violet, Peony. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Vetyver, Patchouli.
How long does Parisienne last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Parisienne loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Parisienne best for?
Spring is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 23%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Parisienne?
Day wear leads at 70%. Night is a secondary pick at 30%.
Is Parisienne for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 88% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Parisienne?
Composed by Sophie Labbé and Sophia Grojsman. Released in 2009.
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