YSL Libre Eau de Parfum is a radiant floral lavender that sets French lavender against sunlit Moroccan orange blossom, brightened by citrus and smoothed with vanilla for a sensual, long-lasting trail. It feels both cool and warm, refined yet bold, capturing a modern idea of freedom that moves easily from day to night without losing its elegant glow.
Launch & Perfumer
Launched in 2019. Perfumers: Anne Flipo and Carlos Benaïm.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Black Currant, Petitgrain
Heart: Lavender, Orange Blossom, Jasmine
Base: Madagascar Vanilla, Musk, Cedar, Ambergris
Story & Positioning
Libre is presented as the scent of freedom, an audacious balance of cool aromatic lavender and glowing orange blossom with a creamy vanilla signature. The orange blossom is highlighted as being crafted for YSL from the Ourika Community Gardens, while the lavender is sourced from France, underscoring a couture approach to materials. Within the wider market, a frequently mentioned budget echo is Zara Golden Decade. Libre sits at the core of a full wardrobe that includes Eau de Parfum Intense, Le Parfum, Eau de Toilette, L’Absolu Platine, L’Eau Nue, and Flowers and Flames.
Bottle & Design
A sharp, architectural glass bottle accented with an oversized golden Cassandre logo wrapped across the front, a slim gold chain at the neck, and an asymmetric black lacquered cap. The bottle is designed to be refillable to reduce packaging waste.
Country of Origin: France.
Manufacturer: L'Oréal Luxe division
Address: 281, Rue Saint Honoré, 75008 Paris, France.
Country of Manufacture: France
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