Libre by Yves Saint Laurent

Brand: Yves Saint Laurent

Concentration: EDP

What it smells like

Lavender and orange blossom over a warm musk and vanilla base. Freedom in a bottle.

Scent Character

Floral · Aromatic Floral

EDP · Women

Key accords: Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Black Currant, Petitgrain, Orange Blossom, Jasmine

Top Notes

  • Lavender
  • Mandarin Orange
  • Black Currant
  • Petitgrain

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Occasions: Date Night, Daytime

Seasons: Spring, Fall

Fragrance overview

Libre by Yves Saint Laurent belongs to the floral fragrance family. Lavender and orange blossom over a warm musk and vanilla base. Freedom in a bottle. Libre opens with Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Black Currant, and Petitgrain. The heart brings Lavender, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine. It dries down to Madagascar Vanilla, Musk, Cedar, and Ambergris.

How to wear Libre

On skin, Libre by Yves Saint Laurent has longevity of 7.8/10 community longevity rating, strong projection, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for date night and daytime. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Libre : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Libre opens with Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Black Currant, and Petitgrain.

The heart brings Lavender, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine.

It dries down to Madagascar Vanilla, Musk, Cedar, and Ambergris.

What to layer with Libre

  • Chanel Bleu de Chanel bottle

    Bleu de Chanel by Chanel

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and cedar.

    Order: Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Libre : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel

  • Calvin Klein CK One bottle

    CK One by Calvin Klein

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange, jasmine, and musk.

    Order: Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Libre : 2 sprays CK One

  • Dior Fahrenheit bottle

    Fahrenheit by Dior

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, mandarin orange, and jasmine.

    Order: Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Libre : 1 spray Fahrenheit

  • Bond No. 9 The Scent of Peace bottle

    The Scent of Peace by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share black currant and musk.

    Order: Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Scent of Peace on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Libre : 2 sprays The Scent of Peace

  • Bond No. 9 Chez Bond bottle

    Chez Bond by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share black currant and cedar.

    Order: Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chez Bond on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Libre : 2 sprays Chez Bond

Pairings to approach with care

  • Amouage Overture Man bottle

    Overture Man by Amouage

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Overture Man has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Overture Man brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Overture Man on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Libre : 1 spray Overture Man

  • Burberry Hero Elixir de Parfum bottle

    Hero Elixir de Parfum by Burberry

    Not Recommended · 31/99

    Hero Elixir de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Hero Elixir de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hero Elixir de Parfum on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Libre : 1 spray Hero Elixir de Parfum

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Libre?

Libre opens with Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Black Currant, and Petitgrain. The heart brings Lavender, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine. It dries down to Madagascar Vanilla, Musk, Cedar, and Ambergris.

How long does Libre last, and how strong is it?

Libre by Yves Saint Laurent has longevity of 7.8/10 community longevity rating, strong projection, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Libre?

It's best in spring and fall. It suits date night and daytime.

What layers well with Libre?

Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and cedar. Apply Libre first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Libre : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.

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