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Jazz by Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent· 1988· Lotion Après-Rasage

Jazz

8.21.6KTypically ~$66

Nutmeg and aniseed up top, drying down to oakmoss and sandalwood. A fall pick.

FreshWoodySpicyGreenFougère

Perfumer: Jean-François Latty

Scent profile

Top notes

Nutmeg Aniseed Cardamom Coriander Basil Lavender Tarragon Bergamot Cinnamon

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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Heart notes

Jasmine Geranium Iris Carnation

Base notes

Oakmoss Sandalwood Leather Tobacco Cedar Musk Tonka bean Amber

When to wear it

A fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

88%

Spring

84%

Summer

71%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

93%

Where

Office

96%

Casual

100%

Date

98%

Club

65%

Formal

95%

Performance

Longevitylong-lasting

Sillagemoderate

Season & occasion fit is derived by Fragr from this fragrance’s accords and notes (100% = its strongest setting). Longevity and sillage reflect community reports.

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Sport

57%