Caftan by Yves Saint Laurent bottle
Yves Saint Laurent

Caftan

4.3/5 · 891 votes Unisex 2015
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Character

Longevity3.8/5
Sillage3.4/5
Day59
Night83
Fall100
Winter96
Spring44
Summer14
Our take

Caftan opens with a bright, almost nervous pop of pink pepper and tangerine, a citrusy spark that quickly melts into the warm, balsamic heart of benzoin and olibanum. The styrax adds a leathery, honeyed depth that softens the incense, so it never feels ecclesiastical or austere. On the drydown, labdanum and musk settle into a skin-hugging amber that is more about texture than volume. The overall impression is that of a heavy silk robe left on a sun-warmed windowsill, the fabric soaked with resin and a faint trace of spicy citrus. It feels substantial and natural, like a well-blended oriental from a niche house, but with a smooth, slightly sweet polish that keeps it wearable. The sillage is modest, a reachable arm’s length, and longevity sits at a respectable six to seven hours before retreating into a powdery musk. This is not a fragrance that announces itself from across the room; it rewards those who lean in. Caftan suits someone who prefers depth over projection, a lover of warm spices and balsamic resins who finds comfort in a gentle, lingering presence. It thrives in fall and winter, especially for evenings when you want to feel wrapped in something soft and confident.

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