Kouros

Yves Saint Laurent · Eau de Toilette (EDT) · 1981

≈ $80 · 100ml · approx. retail

A landmark 1981 aromatic-fougere built around a bold animalic accord of civet, honey, musk and leather over a spicy herbal heart. Known as a polarizing, intensely masculine classic of vintage perfumery.

The scent

Top notes

The opening · first 15 minutes

Base notes

The dry-down · what lingers

Best for

FallWinterEvening

Perfumer

Pierre Bourdon

French · 6 in collection

Influential perfumer behind several 1980s–90s landmarks.

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