Question 1

What's the difference between Soie Sage and Manifesto?

Accepted Answer

Soie Sage is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jardin de France (2011) dominated by Powdery accords. Manifesto is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2012) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 3 accords: Powdery, Vanilla, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Soie Sage or Manifesto?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Soie Sage scores 3.86/5 vs Manifesto at 3.89/5. Manifesto's standout strength: Versatile fragrance suitable for multiple seasons. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Soie Sage and Manifesto smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Manifesto: Manifesto by YSL appears in the community as a well-regarded fragrance that collectors include in their seasonal rotations, particularly for cooler months and special occasions.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Soie Sage or Manifesto?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Soie Sage vs Manifesto?

Accepted Answer

Soie Sage scores highest for fall wear; Manifesto scores highest for all seasons wear. Soie Sage leans daytime, Manifesto leans daytime.

Soie Sage vs Manifesto

Comparison Summary

Unique to Manifesto (9)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Soie Sage	Manifesto
Brand	Jardin de France	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2011	2012
Rating	3.86	3.89
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	9