Tuxedo
patchouli up front, then vanilla, settling into amber.
About
Tuxedo by Yves Saint Laurent is a Chypre fragrance for women and men. Tuxedo was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Juliette Karagueuzoglou. Top notes are Violet Leaf, Coriander and Bergamot; middle notes are Rose, Black Pepper and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Patchouli, Bourbon Vanilla and Ambergris.…
Nose: Juliette Karagueuzoglou
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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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Tuxedo smell like?
patchouli up front, then vanilla, settling into amber. Dominant accords: patchouli, vanilla, amber.
What notes are in Tuxedo?
Top: Violet Leaf, Coriander, Bergamot. Heart: Rose, Black Pepper, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Patchouli, Bourbon Vanilla, Ambergris.
How long does Tuxedo last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Tuxedo loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Tuxedo best for?
Fall is the top pick (33%). Winter is second at 32%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Tuxedo?
Night wear leads at 61%. Day is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is Tuxedo for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 42% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Tuxedo?
Composed by Juliette Karagueuzoglou. Released in 2015.
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