For Women

Romantic, elegant, and undeniably floral—Paris by YSL is a timeless tribute to the spirit of Parisienne charm. With an opulent bouquet of roses and soft, powdery violets set against a classical woody-floral base, it offers a graceful, nostalgic allure that remains endlessly captivating.

Fragrance Notes
Top Notes: Rose, Mimosa, Hyacinth, Geranium, Green Notes, Orange Blossom, Nasturtium, Hawthorn, Cassia, Bergamot
Heart Notes: Rose, Violet, Lily, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lime Blossom, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orris Root
Base Notes: Iris, Heliotrope, Musk, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Amber, Cedar

Scent Story
Paris opens with a lush, dewy mingle of rose, violet-like mimosa, spring hyacinth, and delicate green florals—evoking a stroll through a blooming garden. At its heart, a refined floral bouquet unfolds with layers of lily, jasmine, ylang-ylang, and orris root adding texture and femininity. Finally, it dries down into a beautifully soft base of iris, amber, sandalwood, and musk, leaving a warm and powdery trail that lingers in the air.

Wearability & Lifestyle
Perfect for daytime elegance in spring and summer or as a floral boost during special moments. It complements refined looks—from flowing sundresses to tailored blouses—with its soft, romantic charm.

Quick Specs

• Brand: Yves Saint Laurent

• Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette

• Launch Year: 1983

• Fragrance Family: Floral Woody

• Recommended Use: Daytime · Spring–Summer · Romantic & Classic

Why You’ll Love It
Paris is a fragrant homage to timeless elegance—graceful, enveloping, and poised. It exudes a romantic, powder-soft floral sophistication that never fades, as lovely and refined today as it was at its debut.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the meaning of any "un-boxed" product?

An un-boxed fragrance is a new unopened fragrance bottle that does not come with the original retail box.

What does Paris by Yves Saint Laurent smell like?

Paris by Yves Saint Laurent smells romantic, floral, powdery, elegant, and softly warm. It opens with rose, mimosa, hyacinth, geranium, green notes, orange blossom, nasturtium, hawthorn, cassia, and bergamot for a lush floral first impression. The heart blooms with rose, violet, lily, ylang ylang, jasmine, lime blossom, lily of the valley, and orris root. As it settles, iris, heliotrope, musk, sandalwood, oakmoss, amber, and cedar create a soft, powdery, and timeless finish.

Is Paris by Yves Saint Laurent sweet or floral?

Paris by Yves Saint Laurent is mainly floral, powdery, and romantic with a soft touch of sweetness. Rose, violet, mimosa, jasmine, lily, ylang ylang, and orange blossom give it a lush feminine character, while iris, heliotrope, musk, sandalwood, amber, oakmoss, and cedar add warmth, softness, and classic depth.

How long does Paris by Yves Saint Laurent last?

Paris by Yves Saint Laurent offers moderate to long lasting wear, usually around six to eight hours depending on skin chemistry and application. The rich floral opening feels graceful at first, while iris, heliotrope, musk, sandalwood, oakmoss, amber, and cedar help the scent linger with a powdery romantic trail.

Does Paris by Yves Saint Laurent project strongly?

Paris by Yves Saint Laurent has moderate projection. It creates a noticeable floral scent trail that feels elegant, feminine, and refined without becoming overpowering, making it beautiful for daytime elegance, romantic occasions, and polished special moments.

When should you wear Paris by Yves Saint Laurent?

Paris by Yves Saint Laurent is perfect for daytime wear, spring outings, summer moments, brunch, garden parties, romantic dates, weddings, and elegant social occasions. Its classic floral woody character makes it especially appealing when you want to smell graceful, feminine, and timeless.

Who would enjoy Paris by Yves Saint Laurent?

Paris by Yves Saint Laurent is ideal for women who enjoy classic floral perfumes with rose, violet, mimosa, jasmine, iris, musk, sandalwood, amber, oakmoss, and soft powdery warmth. It is a beautiful choice for someone who wants a fragrance that feels romantic, elegant, nostalgic, and sophisticated.

Is Paris by Yves Saint Laurent a good everyday perfume?

Yes. Paris by Yves Saint Laurent can work beautifully as an everyday perfume for women who love classic florals. A light application makes it polished for daytime wear and work, while a fuller application feels especially lovely for romantic moments, special occasions, and elegant outings.

Does Paris by Yves Saint Laurent get compliments?

Paris by Yves Saint Laurent can be a lovely compliment getting fragrance because it smells romantic, floral, powdery, and timeless. The blend of rose, violet, mimosa, jasmine, iris, heliotrope, musk, sandalwood, amber, and cedar creates a graceful scent trail that feels feminine and memorable.

What does unboxed mean for Paris by Yves Saint Laurent?

Unboxed means the fragrance is new and unopened but does not come with the original retail box. The bottle itself is unused, making it a great choice for customers who care more about enjoying the fragrance than having the outer packaging.

Is Paris by Yves Saint Laurent authentic?

Yes. Paris by Yves Saint Laurent delivers the lush rose, mimosa, hyacinth, green notes, orange blossom, and bergamot opening, romantic rose, violet, lily, ylang ylang, jasmine, and orris root heart, and soft iris, heliotrope, musk, sandalwood, oakmoss, amber, and cedar finish the fragrance is known for.