A seductive collision of ink, iris, and vanilla, Muse introduces a subtly smoky accord that leaves a provocative, unforgettable trail.
Yves Saint Laurent Beauty has unveiled Muse, a unisex fragrance that channels the spirit of the maison’s most iconic inspirations. Part of the Le Vestiaire des Parfums collection, Muse is a bold olfactory statement built around an ink accord—a note rarely explored in perfumery. Crafted by principal perfumer Marie Salamagne, the scent layers smoky ink with soft iris and sensual Bourbon vanilla, creating a composition that is both enigmatic and intimate. The result is a fragrance that feels like a signature etched in skin, as much a tribute to Saint Laurent’s muses as to his own creative process.
Muse opens with incense, Ourika lavender, and clary sage, leading into a heart of orris concrete, ambrette absolute, and Bourbon vanilla. The base settles into ambery woods and the distinctive ink accord, leaving a trail that is both mysterious and memorable. Salamagne describes the ink note as revealing “enigmatic woody notes, intimate and elegant smoky facets,” veiling the skin in subtle dark, metallic tones that stimulate the imagination.
With indie brands gaining ground, the maison is betting on Muse to appeal to consumers seeking more daring scent profiles. Muse stands as a fragrant tribute to the power of artistic inspiration, embodying the elegance, empowerment, and androgyny of Yves Saint Laurent’s muses.
