Question 1

What's the difference between Hip and Y?

Accepted Answer

Hip is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Patou (2001) dominated by Sweet accords. Y is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (1964) leaning on Green accords. They share 2 accords: Fruity, Green.

Question 2

Which is better, Hip or Y?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Hip scores 4.38/5 vs Y at 4.17/5. Y's standout strength: Good performance and projection. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Hip and Y smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Fruity, Green, Rose, Sandalwood. Y: YSL Y EDP is a polarizing fragrance with decent performance that receives external compliments but is personally disliked by many wearers.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Hip or Y?

Accepted Answer

Y: Good performance and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Hip vs Y?

Accepted Answer

Hip scores highest for summer wear; Y scores highest for spring wear. Hip leans daytime, Y leans daytime.

Hip vs Y

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Hip (6)

Unique to Y (19)

Shared Accords (2)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Y

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Attribute	Hip	Y
Brand	Jean Patou	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2001	1964
Rating	4.38	4.17
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	21