Y by Yves Saint Laurent is a fragrance that defined an era—elegant, bold, and unmistakably classic. Launched in 1964 as the house’s very first women’s perfume, Y is a masterful chypre floral composition that pays tribute to the sophisticated, self-assured woman. With its cream-colored box and minimalist design, it captures the refined spirit of Parisian style and Yves Saint Laurent’s vision of timeless femininity.
The scent opens with crisp aldehydes and green notes, paired with galbanum and hyacinth, creating a fresh and structured introduction. A heart of rose, jasmine, and ylang-ylang blooms with floral elegance, while a warm, earthy base of oakmoss, patchouli, amber, and sandalwood adds depth and quiet sensuality. Y is more than a fragrance—it’s an olfactory icon of grace, confidence, and enduring allure.
 
Top notes: Aldehydes, Galbanum, Hyacinth, Neroli, Bergamot
Middle notes: Jasmine, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Tuberose, Iris
Base notes: Oakmoss, Patchouli, Amber, Sandalwood, Vetiver