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Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) fragrance
Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022)

EDT Masculine · 2022 · by Dominique Ropion
7.6 /10

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Warm & Dry conditions.

Best in Warm & Dry 7/10 longevity
From USD 90–150From EUR 83–138From GBP 71–119From PKR 20,000–28,000From AED 350–500From INR 7,470–12,450From SAR 338–563
7 Longevity
7 Sillage
9 Versatility
7 Value
8.2 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Aromatic fresh spicy woody citrus
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileAromaticfresh spicywoodycitrusherbalACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Office Casual
Seasons
Spring Summer Fall

Climate Performance

Avg 8.2 / 10
Extreme Heat
8/10
Excellent
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
8/10
Excellent
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
9/10
Excellent
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
9/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
7/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A modern, fresh, and versatile aromatic fougère, reimagined for crisp lightness and broad appeal.

How It Wears

Its fresh and clean profile makes it highly suitable for daily wear in hot climates, offering refreshing uplift.

How It Compares

Often compared to other 'blue' fragrances and its own EDP/Le Parfum flankers for its distinct fresh take.

The Controversy

Some fans prefer previous iterations, finding the 2022 EDT a slight departure from the original feel.

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022): A Data-Led Buyers’ Guide

Released in 2022, Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) by Yves Saint Laurent has become a reference point for EDT fragrances in the Aromatic, fresh spicy, woody, citrus, herbal family. This guide cuts through the noise: performance data across five climate zones, pricing in the currency you actually shop in, and a clear verdict on whether it belongs in your collection.

A modern, fresh, and versatile aromatic fougère, reimagined for crisp lightness and broad appeal.

How Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) Smells: Notes & Development

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) opens with Aldehydes, Bergamot and Ginger — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Sage, Lavender and Geranium. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Cedar, Balsam Fir and Olibanum.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Aromatic, fresh spicy, woody, citrus, herbal — easy to place and easy to wear.

Longevity & Projection: Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) on the Clock

Longevity (7/10): Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) delivers strong longevity for EDT. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (7/10): Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (9/10): Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $90 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) does best in warm & dry (Lahore, Los Angeles) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

Its fresh and clean profile makes it highly suitable for daily wear in hot climates, offering refreshing uplift.

Look at what it is built from and the score makes sense: Cedar and Olibanum are among the materials least disturbed by heat and humidity.

Its average across all five zones is 8.2/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Occasions & When to Wear

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) is best suited to Daily, Office, Casual. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) performs best in Spring, Summer, Fall. Its climate scores confirm this seasonal guidance — the fragrance handles temperature transitions with composure.

Often compared to other 'blue' fragrances and its own EDP/Le Parfum flankers for its distinct fresh take.

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) Price Guide

Internationally, Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) sits at $90–$150. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 20,000–28,000 in Pakistan, AED 350–500 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Sephora, Ulta. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces. Pakistan: Scentsation, J..

Verdict

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

It lands at an overall 7.6/10 in our scoring — performance, climate fit and value all pulling the same direction. Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) is an easy bottle to recommend.

Some fans prefer previous iterations, finding the 2022 EDT a slight departure from the original feel.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) last?

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) worth the price?

At around $90, Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) by Yves Saint Laurent is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) smell like?

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) is characterised by Aromatic, fresh spicy, woody, citrus, herbal accords. Opening with Aldehydes and Bergamot, the heart revolves around Sage and Lavender, settling into a base of Cedar and Balsam Fir.

Is Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) good for hot or humid weather?

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) performs exceptionally in hot and humid conditions (score: 8/10). It maintains its character without turning sharp or sour — a genuine recommendation anywhere summers are serious, from the Gulf to Southeast Asia to the American South.

Is Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) for men or women?

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette (2022) is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.