YSL Rive Gauche EDT 3.3 Fl.Oz

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Eau de Toilette (3.3 oz, W) is a classic, iconic fragrance for women that was first introduced in 1971. This fragrance embodies the spirit of Parisian elegance and is a tribute to the liberating, bold, and feminine side of modern women. It’s a fragrance that blends florals, aldehydes, and woody notes, making it a quintessential vintage-style scent that continues to captivate with its timeless appeal.

Rive Gauche is named after the left bank of the River Seine in Paris, symbolizing the city’s bohemian, artistic, and avant-garde spirit. The fragrance is a reflection of a liberated woman who is chic, confident, and elegant.

Fragrance Notes:

• Top notes: Aldehydes, Green Notes, Bergamot, Rose, Cyclamen, Geranium, and Jasmine
• Heart notes: Ylang-Ylang, Rose, Orris Root, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Patchouli
• Base notes: Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Amber, Musk, and Cedarwood

Rive Gauche EDT opens with the fresh, clean, and somewhat soapy feeling of aldehydes (a defining feature of many vintage perfumes), which gives the fragrance an airy, almost effervescent quality. The green notes add a natural, dewy freshness, and the subtle touch of bergamot brings in a citrusy zest. The opening is floral but not overly sweet, with notes of rose, geranium, and jasmine creating a delicate, slightly powdery bouquet.