Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne Eau de Parfum

PARISIENNE is a scent that suits this eternal woman: she has personality, she is paradoxical, and she plays with convention. There is nothing obvious, only hints. This fragrance flows lovingly in a precious flacon, intricately carved like the labyrinth of Parisian streets, soft as the sheets she has just left behind, pink as the sky of a pale early morning, and as couture as the YSL label on black leather.

A beautiful presentation, just as Yves Saint Laurent dresses a PARISIENNE woman.

The top note adds the shine of vinyl, an ultra modern wink to gloss, varnish or the metal of a spike heel, before the tartness of cranberry adds a point of bitter sharpness – the evocation of a certain impertinence softened by sparkling, succulent, fruity blackberry, symbol of an epicurean PARISIENNE.
The floral heart beats wildly with the absolute femininity of the Damas rose, which harmonizes perfectly with the powdery violet, sensual and carnal like leather. In contrast, the peony gives a breath of PARISIENNE youth and a hint of morning freshness.
The base note brings tumult and intensity in its woody wake. First with patchouli, the ultimate in mystery. And when the masculinity of vetiver flirts with the feminine eroticism of musk and sandalwood, one knows that this PARISIENNE knew a “night of love”.

Personal thoughts:
My mother has been a loyal fan of YSL fragrances for over 20 years now. The amount of pretty bottles she has on her dresser is crazy. I, on the other hand, has never been much into YSL perfumes when I was younger as my perception of them were that they were strong, heady, and meant for mature women. Or at least, only to be used in the evenings.

Parisienne is a delightful change. It smells sweet, but not as strong, which makes it suitable for day wear. As for the packaging, it’s typical of YSL perfumes – classy, elegant, and never over-the-top.