Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light
Yves Saint Laurent

Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light

Released 2004
WoodyFloralAromaticSpicyCitrus

Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light by Yves Saint Laurentis a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light was launched in 2004. Top notes are Bergamot, Star Anise and Mint; middle notes are Geranium, Lavender and Patchouli; base notes are Guaiac Wood and Vetiver.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light

What does Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light smell like?+

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light is a woody, floral, and aromatic fragrance. The opening is mint and star anise. the heart settles on geranium, lavender, and bergamot. the dry-down rests on patchouli, guaiac wood, and vetiver.

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light last on skin?+

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light is estimated to last 6–8 hrs on skin (a 4/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light?+

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light?+

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light fits collectors looking for woody, floral, and aromatic signature. ScentCast members can add Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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