Cinema by Yves Saint Laurent

for women

Yves Saint Laurent Cinema is an Oriental fragrance for women that wraps soft florals, vanilla, and amber into a dressy, warm, confidently feminine wear.

Cinema by Yves Saint Laurent

Cinema by Yves Saint Laurent

3 oz EDP Spray
$169.00 USD
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Cinema by Yves Saint Laurent
  • Cinema by Yves Saint Laurent
  • Cinema by Yves Saint Laurent
Cinema by Yves Saint Laurent
$169.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Yves Saint Laurent Cinema is a warm Oriental fragrance built around vanilla, amber, soft florals, and a powdery finish. It wears with a dressed-up, feminine feel that suits evenings, date nights, and formal settings better than casual daytime use. The sweetness is noticeable but not syrupy, while musk and benzoin add a creamy, skin-close warmth. If you enjoy elegant, classic-leaning scents with real presence, this is a strong pick for cooler weather.

Accords

Vanilla
Amber
Powdery
Floral
Sweet
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A Scent For

This suits someone who wants a feminine fragrance with warmth, softness, and a clearly evening-leaning personality. It makes sense for a shopper who enjoys vanilla and amber but still wants floral elegance instead of dessert-like sweetness. Many wearers describe it as comforting yet dressed up. If you prefer crisp citrus, breezy clean scents, or a barely-there office style, this may feel too rich and powdery for your taste.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Spring
Spring
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

Cinema makes the most sense in Fall, Winter, and cooler Spring nights, especially for dinners, dates, parties, and formal events. Its moderate sillage gives it presence without taking over the room, and the strong longevity helps it last through an evening. Nighttime is where it feels most natural. It is less convincing for hot weather, gym use, or tight daytime spaces where a lighter, fresher scent would be easier to wear.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Almond Blossom
Almond Blossom
Clementine
Clementine
Cyclamen
Cyclamen

Middle Notes

Amaryllis
Amaryllis
Jasmine
Jasmine
Peony
Peony

Base Notes

Amber
Amber
Benzoin
Benzoin
Musk
Musk
Vanilla
Vanilla

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Cinema starts with a soft citrus lift from clementine, but it quickly feels more creamy and dressed up than bright or sporty. Almond blossom gives it a gentle sweetness with a slightly cosmetic, powdery touch, while cyclamen keeps the floral side airy rather than heavy. The overall impression is warm, feminine, and polished from the start, with enough sweetness to feel inviting without turning sugary or playful.
How it develops

After a few minutes, the floral heart settles in and the fragrance becomes fuller, warmer, and more comforting. Jasmine and peony keep it unmistakably feminine, while amber and vanilla create a rich, golden softness that stays smooth on skin. Musk adds a clean, skin-like finish, and benzoin brings a resinous sweetness that feels creamy rather than sticky. It stays elegant through the drydown instead of becoming loud or overly dense.
History

Launched in 2004, Cinema sits in Yves Saint Laurent’s dressier, more glamorous side, with a clear focus on warm florals and sweet ambery depth. It comes from perfumer Jacques Cavallier and fits the early-2000s taste for feminine scents with noticeable presence, but it still feels relevant if you enjoy classic evening fragrance styles over minimalist fresh scents.
Perfumier

Jacques Cavallier

Country of Origin

France
Year Created

2004

Our Verdict

Buy Cinema if you want a warm, feminine evening scent with vanilla-amber depth and a soft powdery floral finish. Skip it if you want something airy, sharply fresh, or very understated.

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