House of EM5 2024

Pause

AromaticIndianMenEau de Parfum

Opens fresh and herbal with Apple, Aldehydes, Bergamot, and Ginger building through a green, aromatic heart of Sage, Juniper Berries, Lavender, and Geranium over a confident base of Amberwood, Tonka Bean, Vetiver, and Cedar.

The bloodline

YYVES SAINT LAURENTLoose

This bottle carries the Y DNA. Shares 3 notes with the original.

aldehydesvetivercedar

Climate fit

Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.

Should you buy it?

Loose inspiration, a different take

Only loosely related to Y by YVES SAINT LAURENT. Safe to own both.

Wear in
monsoon
year-round
Wear for
day
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Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FreshAromaticWoodyCitrusAmberFruityGreenHerbal

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2024

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Pause is widely considered inspired by YSL Y EDP, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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