Bottle photo  Yves Saint Laurent
Bottle photo  Yves Saint Laurent
Image  Yves Saint Laurent
Image  Yves Saint Laurent
Eau de parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Caban

Gender image: Unisex
Gender:
Unisex
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Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

Identity and Release History

In 2015, the world of perfumery was enriched with a new masterpiece – Yves Saint Laurent Caban, perfume water, which became part of the exclusive collection Le Vestiaire des Parfums.

This fragrance, created under the auspices of the legendary house Yves Saint Laurent, known for its boldness, provocation, and emancipation, continues the brand's traditions by challenging the ordinary and offering universal chic.

Positioning and Character

The unisex fragrance Caban is perfect for those who appreciate versatility and depth, easily adapting to any situation – from everyday elegance to evening outings.

With a medium trail, it leaves an intriguing trace without overwhelming the space, making it ideal for long wear.

For optimal application, it is recommended to use 2 to 3 sprays on the skin and 1 to 2 sprays on clothing, which allows all facets of the composition to unfold, maintaining a balance between longevity and naturalness.

Belonging to the Oriental and Floral families, Caban combines the warmth of oriental notes with the delicacy of floral accents, and the groups of balsamic, spicy, and woody notes add complexity and charm, creating a multifaceted experience.

Master Behind the Fragrance

The creator of this unique perfume is the famous perfumer Carlos Benaim, whose experience and talent allowed him to create a composition that reflects the bold spirit of Yves Saint Laurent.

His work on Caban demonstrates how a fragrance can become an extension of the brand's fashion philosophy, enhancing its reputation as a pioneer in the world of luxury perfumery, where each note tells a story of emancipation and refinement.

Similar Fragrances for Inspiration

If you enjoyed Caban, be sure to try Ajmal Accord Boise, Diptyque Eau Moheli, and The Different Company Sens & Bois – these fragrances offer similar woody-spicy accords and can become worthy additions to your collection, expanding the horizons of perfume perception.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

Note Pyramid of Yves Saint Laurent Caban

The top notes open with an energetic bouquet of black pepper, ginger, and pink pepper (red berries), creating a spicy and invigorating start that instantly captures attention.

At the heart of the composition, incense and osmanthus reign, adding balsamic depth and floral tenderness, which smoothly transitions into a warm base.

The dry down firmly rests on patchouli, sandalwood, and tonka bean, ensuring a lasting woody-spicy finish that warms on the skin over time, leaving behind a cozy and intriguing trail.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Yves Saint Laurent
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country France
Website https://yslbeauty.com
Year of production 2015
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder L'Oréal

Composition pyramid

Black Pepper
Ginger
Pink pepper
Frankincense
Osmanthus
Patchouli
Sandalwood
Tonka bean

Families

Fragrance characteristics

based on 9 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
22%
Unisex
67%
Female
11%
What kind of event
Date
25%
Wedding
25%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
25%
For every day
0%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
0%
Theatre
25%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
33%
Spring
Spring
0%
Summer
Summer
11%
Autumn
Autumn
56%
For what style / mood
Casual
0%
Gala
33%
Classic
33%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
33%
For what age
under 18
11%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
22%
36-45 years
44%
46+ years old
22%
Any
0%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
0%
1-2 atomisations
20%
2-3 atomisations
40%
3-4 atomisations
20%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
0%
On the wrist
25%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
25%
Behind the ears
25%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
25%
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0%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
40%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
17%
Exoticism
17%
Luxury
50%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
17%
Joy
0%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
Excellent quality
5
Spray
Spray
Excellent quality
5
Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
Excellent quality
5
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The fragrance is truly amazing, it's like it envelops you in warmth. You feel tenderness and softness, as if it's hugging you. There are notes of tonka beans, a bit of pepper, and sandalwood. For autumn, it's simply a treasure - such a layered and beautiful scent
5/5
5
This "fragrance peacoat" created by Carlos Benaïm from IFF evokes mixed feelings. The master, known for his work with luxury brands, seems to have failed to convey the sophistication everyone is used to here. Caban is something that tries to be gourmand but ultimately leaves a feeling of incompleteness.

Tonka beans, sandalwood, and pink pepper - sounds enticing, but in reality, it all turns out too sweet and intrusive.

The sandalwood, which should envelop, rather overwhelms, and the pink pepper, active at the start, quickly gets lost, leaving only a faint shadow. Initially, Caban seems promising, but by the end, it turns into something flat and monotonous. The vanilla-coumarin trail, which slowly fades, leaves nothing but disappointment.

This scent, though versatile, doesn't make me want to wear it every day. For gourmand lovers, perhaps it will become an everyday choice, but to me, it seems too simple and unexpressive
5/5
5
The fragrance is warm and has spicy notes. The name is puzzling, maybe someone knows what's up with it?))) It's really expensive, unfolds beautifully, and plays on the skin
4/5
4
The fragrance is truly unusual. Incense clearly stands out, and pepper with ginger add a sharpness. Floral notes are barely noticeable. I think it's more suitable for men 🌿
4/5
4
The fragrance is really bright and rich, you can feel its density and fullness. I can't pinpoint the exact notes, but for me, it's more oriental, with woody accents and a sweetish undertone. Longevity is good, and the sillage is also pleasing
5/5
5
The fragrance simply explodes with emotions! It's bright, rich, with warm spice and sweet floral accents that seem to envelop you in the base. You feel coziness and softness, and its longevity and sillage make it truly memorable
4/5
4
This fragrance seems like a real explosion of spices and incense to me. It feels like something from an ancient temple, as well as from a bustling fair where merchants offer their curiosities from different corners of the world. The color of this perfume is a rich red, with golden flecks! 🔥
3/5
3
The scent, of course, smells decent, but honestly, I didn't quite catch it. Quiet woody notes and resins with a light sweetness. Sometimes pepper is felt, but overall, the development isn't impressive. On a man, it doesn't seem suitable to me. And the name? Well, it's all clear here - from French, it's a pea coat, a double-breasted coat, no pork at all, haha!
5/5
5
This fragrance is like a hug on cold autumn days when the wind rages outside and you don't want to leave your cozy home. It's soft and powdery, with a light touch of warmth, reminiscent of something cozy and familiar. A scent like you're wrapped in a warm blanket, and peace reigns all around 🌼
4/5
4
The oriental aspect in this fragrance is truly delicate. Pink pepper and tonka beans create an interesting combination, a bit balsamic, yet very subtle. It's beautiful, but to appreciate it, it took me time to get used to it and discover all its facets 🌸

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