Yves Saint Laurent Le Vestiaire Des Parfums Tuxedo EDP 125ml
$440.00
Inspired by YSL's iconic Le Smoking, Tuxedo captures that androgynous allure: sharp tailoring meets sensual warmth. Crafted by YSL Beauty’s perfumers, this unisex fragrance reshapes classic patchouli into something modern and deeply emotive.
Olfactory Portrait
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Opening: violet leaf brightens the entrance, while coriander, bergamot and a flicker of black pepper introduce refined spice.
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Heart: aromatic rose and lily‑of‑the‑valley swirl with black pepper—elegant but edged—mimicking satin piping on midnight attire.
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Base: smoky, earthy patchouli melds with ambergris and bourbon vanilla, drifting into a velvety, skin‑like dry down.
What reviewers say
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“A spicy patchouli with slightly smoky amber… easy anytime, any occasion wear”
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Or, to others, “leathery vanilla, salty and creamy ambergris” with “fluid shiny incense” adding dimension.
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Not the boldest, but crafted beautifully: “well‑blended… dusty wood softened and made delicate.”
Why it’s essential
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Tailored sophistication: Smokescreen elegance with tonal layering—crisply striking yet softly lingering.
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Unisex versatility: Ideal for cooler months but balanced enough for year‑round wear.
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Couture meets everyday: Refined enough to elevate formal attire yet intuitive for daily presence.
Scent Style
Woody‑amber spicy | Unisex | Moderate longevity and projection
Best worn
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With evening wear (the eponymous tuxedo, of course) or power‑dressing at boardroom events.
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On crisp autumn/winter days when warmth is luxury and vanilla spice feels right.
Ingredients (from AU listing)
Alcohol • Parfum • Aqua • Limonene • Linalool • Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate • Geraniol • Hydroxycitronellal • Citronellol • Citral • plus colorants and fixatives
Style tip: Pair a spray of Tuxedo with a citrus–fleur scent (like Trench) for a daylight version—leave Tuxedo solo after sunset to embrace its smoky richness.