5
Notes
8
Accords
2
Perfumers
Y Live
masculine
Created by Claire Liégent, Dominique Ropion
Y Live by Yves Saint Laurent is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men. Y Live was launched in 2019. Y Live was created by Dominique Ropion and Claire Liégent. Top note is Orange Blossom; middle notes are Ginger and Bergamot; base notes are Juniper and Sage.
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Main Accords
Fragrance Notes
Best Season
26%
Win
100%
Spr
97%
Sum
69%
Fall
Day & Night
99%
Day
56%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
931 votes
4.08
Love it
42045%
Like it
30633%
OK
879%
Dislike
9811%
Hate it
202%
Community Insights
MixedBased on 18 community opinions from Reddit
6.8
/ 10 community score
Y Live is a polarizing fragrance with a distinctive bubblegum-forward profile that performs well in close quarters but reads as feminine to some users. While it has loyal fans who praise its uniqueness and positive reception, it may be redundant for those already owning similar fragrances like Sauvage or Dylan Blue. Availability remains a significant drawback for US consumers.
Strengths
- Unique bubblegum accord that distinguishes it from similar fragrances
- Well-received by others when worn, generates compliments
- Good value at discounted prices
- Versatile enough for spring and summer wear
Weaknesses
- Perceived as feminine by some wearers despite being marketed for men
- Heavy ambroxan base can feel overwhelming to some
- Limited availability in USA, mostly available in Europe
- Overlaps functionally with similar fragrances like Sauvage and Dylan Blue
Best for
Spring and summer casual wearCompliment-seeking occasionsThose seeking a sweeter, gourmand alternative to typical mass-appealing fragrances
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
