Question 1

What's the difference between Pretexte and Y?

Accepted Answer

Pretexte is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lanvin (1937) dominated by Woody accords. Y is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (1964) leaning on Green accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Floral, Aldehydic.

Question 2

Which is better, Pretexte or Y?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Pretexte scores 4.63/5 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 Pretexte and Y smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 8 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Floral, Aldehydic, Aldehydes, Rose. 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, Pretexte or Y?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Pretexte vs Y?

Accepted Answer

Pretexte scores highest for fall wear; Y scores highest for spring wear. Pretexte leans evening, Y leans daytime.

Pretexte vs Y

Rezime poređenja

Zajedničke note (8)

Jedinstvene za Pretexte (11)

Jedinstvene za Y (13)

Zajednički akordi (3)

Često postavljana pitanja

Puls raspoloženja zajednice — Y

Pozitivno

Negativno

Svojstvo	Pretexte	Y
Brend	Lanvin	Yves Saint Laurent
Godina	1937	1964
Ocena	4.63	4.17
Koncentracija	—	—
Pol	feminine	feminine
Ukupno nota	19	21