Yohji Yohji Yamamoto by Yohji Yamamoto

Yohji Yohji Yamamoto

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2013

At a glance

Is Yohji Yohji Yamamoto worth trying?

Yohji by Yohji Yamamoto is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women.

Best match
Office, Evening wear in Spring, Fall
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
woody, fresh spicy, aromatic with Cypress, Nutmeg, Bergamot
woody fresh spicy aromatic

The first impression

Yohji by Yohji Yamamoto is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women. Yohji was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Pescheux. Top notes are Cypress, Nutmeg and Bergamot; middle notes are Jasmine and Freesia; base notes are Sandalwood and Musk.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
fresh spicy 85%
aromatic 70%
powdery 60%
floral 50%
musky 40%
citrus 35%
white floral 30%

The perfumer behind it

Olivier Pescheux

Olivier Pescheux

Olivier Pescheux was a French perfumer known for his extensive portfolio across major brands. He created fragrances for Adidas, Armand Basi, Azzaro, Benetton, Comme des Garçons, Davidoff, and Diptyque, including Azzaro Pour Homme Intense and Diptyque’s 34 Boulevard Saint Germain. Pescheux was celebrated for his ability to balance classic structures with innovative twists, often using aromatic and woody notes.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Cypress Cypress
Nutmeg Nutmeg
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Jasmine Jasmine
Freesia Freesia

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Sandalwood Sandalwood
Musk Musk

The mood it creates

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Yohji Yohji Yamamoto

Essence

The Mystic archetype embodies a quiet, enigmatic depth, drawn to the spaces between light and shadow. Yohji Yohji Yamamoto mirrors this with its interplay of crisp cypress and bergamot against the warmth of nutmeg, while jasmine and sandalwood weave a meditative floral-woody tapestry. This fragrance speaks to those who seek meaning in the subtle, the ineffable.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor minimalist yet intentional designs-structured silhouettes with asymmetrical details, much like Yohji Yamamoto's fashion. Their palette leans toward monochrome with occasional earthy tones, mirroring the scent's balance of freshness and depth. Every choice feels deliberate, a study in contrast and harmony.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the power of stillness and the unseen. The Mystic values intuition over dogma, finding truth in the whisper of sandalwood or the quiet persistence of musk. Their spirituality is private, rooted in the sensory rather than the doctrinal.

Relationships

They connect deeply but sparingly, preferring a small circle of kindred spirits. Romantic partners are drawn to their aura of mystery, though some may struggle to bridge the gap between their outer reserve and inner intensity.

Lifestyle

Their days are punctuated by rituals-morning tea, evening walks-where solitude becomes a form of communion. The office or a dimly lit evening event alike become stages for their contemplative presence.

Shadow

Their introversion can tip into isolation, and their love of ambiguity may frustrate those seeking clarity. The musk's allure risks becoming a shield against vulnerability.

Conclusion

Yohji Yohji Yamamoto is a scent for those who dwell in the liminal, where spice meets serenity, and every note is a question waiting to be unraveled.

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