Overview Rive Gauche by Yves Saint Laurent is a classic, sophisticated floral-aldehydic fragrance launched in 1971 — a timeless expression of Parisian chic and feminine elegance. Created by Michel Hy and Jacques Polge, it opens with fresh green and aldehydic notes before blooming into a refined heart of rose, iris, and geranium, settling onto vetiver, sandalwood, and musk. Named after YSL's legendary Left Bank boutique. Fragrance Profile Character Floral · Aldehydic · Classic · Elegant Top Notes Aldehydes · Green Notes · Bergamot Heart Notes Rose · Iris · Geranium · Jasmine Base Notes Vetiver · Sandalwood · Musk · Oakmoss Scent Notes Concentration Eau de Toilette Size 3.3 oz / 100 ml Launched 1971 Gender Women SKU 401043 Performance Sillage Moderate — refined, classic feminine trail Longevity 5–7 hours on skin Season Spring · All seasons · Classic elegance Best For Occasions Formal events · Gifting · Classic fragrance collectors Who Wears It The woman who appreciates timeless Parisian elegance over fleeting trends About Yves Saint Laurent Yves Saint Laurent is a legendary French fashion house founded in 1961, renowned for redefining luxury and modernity in both fashion and fragrance. YSL fragrances balance Parisian elegance with bold, modern energy.
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