Question 1

What's the difference between Rumeur (original) and Y?

Accepted Answer

Rumeur (original) is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lanvin (1934) dominated by White Floral accords. Y is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (1964) leaning on Green accords. They share 5 accords: White Floral, Fruity, Aldehydic, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Rumeur (original) or Y?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rumeur (original) scores 4.52/5 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 Rumeur (original) and Y smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 10 notes and 5 accords, including White Floral, Fruity, Aldehydic, Woody, Floral. 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, Rumeur (original) or Y?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Rumeur (original) vs Y?

Accepted Answer

Rumeur (original) scores highest for fall wear; Y scores highest for spring wear. Rumeur (original) leans evening, Y leans daytime.

Rumeur (original) vs Y

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (10)

Unice pentru Rumeur (original) (8)

Unice pentru Y (11)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Y

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Rumeur (original)	Y
Brand	Lanvin	Yves Saint Laurent
An	1934	1964
Evaluare	4.52	4.17
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	18	21