Fragrance Notes
Aldehydes
Coriander
Clary Sage
Artemisia
Bergamot
Patchouli
Carnation
Vetiver
Jasmine
Geranium
Orris Root
Cinnamon
Lavender
Civet
Honey
Leather
Musk
Oakmoss
Amber
Vanilla
Tonka Bean
About the Fragrance
Yves Saint Laurent Kouros is a bold, animalic fougère with honey, leather and musk.
Pierre Bourdon created it in 1981. Aldehydes, coriander, clary sage, artemisia and bergamot open sharp and aromatic, patchouli, carnation, vetiver, cinnamon and orris form a spicy heart, and civet, honey, leather, musk, oakmoss and amber give it a powerful finish.
Unapologetic and classic, it is best in fall and winter.
Yves Saint Laurent is the Paris couture house founded in 1961 by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé, whose fragrances include Opium, Black Opium, Libre and Y.
Explore the housePierre Bourdon is a French master perfumer trained under Edmond Roudnitska, behind Yves Saint Laurent Kouros, Davidoff Cool Water and Creed Green Irish Tweed.
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