Manifesto
vanilla up front, then woody, settling into fruity.
About
Manifesto by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Manifesto was launched in 2012. Manifesto was created by Anne Flipo and Loc Dong. Top notes are Black Currant, Green Notes and Bergamot; middle notes are Jasmine Sambac and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood and…
Noses: Loc Dong · Anne Flipo
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Manifesto smell like?
vanilla up front, then woody, settling into fruity. Dominant accords: vanilla, woody, fruity.
What notes are in Manifesto?
Top: Black Currant, Green Notes, Bergamot. Heart: Jasmine Sambac, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Cedar.
How long does Manifesto last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Manifesto loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Manifesto best for?
Winter is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Manifesto?
Night wear leads at 52%. Day is a secondary pick at 48%.
Is Manifesto for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Manifesto?
Composed by Loc Dong and Anne Flipo. Released in 2012.
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