YSL Y Eau de Parfum

YSL Y Eau de Parfum is one of the defining modern masculine designer fragrances—a bold, fresh, and seductive Eau de Parfum that captures ambition, confidence, and self-made success through an intensely clean yet deeply sensual fougère composition. Originally launched in 2018 and created by legendary perfumer Dominique Ropion, Y EDP elevated the original Y concept into a richer, longer-lasting signature that quickly became a benchmark in the “blue fragrance” category. Designed for the accomplished man who dares to follow his own path, Y EDP balances crisp freshness with aromatic depth and addictive woods, embodying Yves Saint Laurent’s iconic “white t-shirt and black jacket” aesthetic: sharp, effortless, and powerful. YSL describes it as a fresh and woody fragrance centered on sage, geranium, and sensual wood.

The fragrance opens with an energizing burst of bergamot, ginger, and green apple, delivering crisp citrus brightness with juicy sweetness and spicy vibrance. At its heart, sage, geranium, and juniper berries create a highly aromatic, clean, and masculine core—where herbal freshness meets refined floral sharpness. The base unfolds into an addictive trail of amberwood, tonka bean, cedarwood, vetiver, and olibanum, adding warm woods, creamy sweetness, and sensual depth that give Y EDP its signature long-lasting “fresh but powerful” character. The result is a polished aromatic-woody fragrance that feels versatile enough for daily wear while still maintaining strong compliment-factor and evening appeal.

Presented in YSL’s iconic blue gradient glass monolith slashed by a metallic silver Y, the bottle reflects sharp luxury, modern masculinity, and sleek sophistication. Ideal for year-round wear—especially office, evenings, dates, and signature scent use—Y Eau de Parfum is widely praised for versatility, mass appeal, and polished performance. Community reviews frequently describe it as a top-tier compliment getter and an easy designer recommendation, particularly for men seeking freshness with stronger depth than typical citrus aquatics.

Fragrance Family: Aromatic / Fougère / Woody
Launch Year: 2018

Top Notes: Bergamot, Ginger, Green Apple
Heart Notes: Sage, Geranium, Juniper Berries
Base Notes: Amberwood, Tonka Bean, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Olibanum

Brand: Yves Saint Laurent (YSL)
Brand Type: Designer
Collection: Y
Gender: Men
Size: 100 ml / 3.3 oz
Type: Eau de Parfum (EDP)
Format: Spray / Refillable