the components
Opening: Black pepper + pink pepper + elemi
Heart: Milk resin + saffron
Base: Vanilla Popperon + Cedarwood + Suede
Renowned perfumer Dominique Ropion unveils a unique and multifaceted fragrance: an intense, raw vanilla essence. This Bourbon Vanilla Infusion, created exclusively for Yves Saint Laurent Beauty, reveals the richness of this exquisite raw material in every detail. "I wanted to highlight the leathery notes naturally present in vanilla," explains Ropion, "and build the fragrance around the contrast between this aspect and the gourmand character of the ingredient, with its creamy, warm, and sensual touches." In Babi Cat, the vanilla orchid's pods recall that, like the panther, it belongs to the wild. To amplify this darker side and unleash its claws, the perfumer has crafted majestic notes of sensual suede, harmonizing with mysterious spices and fiery resins. A blend that unfolds with the sensual scent of vanilla and leather, creating an intensely captivating fragrance trail… Just like the leopard print that inspires it, Baby Cat embodies an untamed, free spirit, taking you on a journey to the wild side… The inspiration is wild. Sophisticated. Forever iconic. Provocatively classic. No one has been more captivated by the leopard's seductive allure than Yves Saint Laurent. It first appeared in his haute couture collections on a silk dress in 1968. Since then, from the Fall/Winter 1982-83 haute couture collection to today's contemporary designs, Baby Cat has found its way into evening gowns, halter tops, seductive heels, and irresistibly luxurious accessories. The leopard is the epitome of untamed charm. Deeply rooted in Yves Saint Laurent, its enduring presence throughout the House's history reflects not only a bold stylistic choice but also a reaffirmation of the Yves Saint Laurent identity—boldly untamed and radiantly luxurious. With its innate audacity, the Puppy Cat print resonates with the Yves Saint Laurent spirit, a primal energy that knows no bounds. It speaks of a naturally liberated confidence, a wild independence, and an unwavering embrace of sensual power, without fear or hesitation. This interpretation preserves the elegance and sophistication characteristic of Yves Saint Laurent and perfectly captures the brand's signature tone.
