THE OLFACTION Joyful, captivating, as bright as the morning light, the soaring scent of magnolia expresses all its irresistible charm in the hands of Master Perfumer Carlos Benaïm, as a fragrant tribute to the jaunty JUMPSUIT. “I remember a stay in Portofino that has remained imprinted in my olfactory memory”, he recalls. “My hotel overlooked a grove of magnolia trees in full blossom on a very steep slope that drove straight into the sea. Intrepid and fascinated, I leaned over to savor their fresh, floral scent. A marvel! This instant was a great inspiration to me when I composed JUMPSUIT.” With its complex, yet diaphanous facets, the precious essence of magnolia is almost a perfume. Carlos Benaïm brings out its full radiance, magnifying each of these facets in turn. Citrusy brightness, boosted by the vibrant, zesty, peppery essence of bergamot. Rosy freshness. Velvety peachiness. And a heady white floral trail, enhanced by a deliciously fruity absolute of jasmine grandiflorum… THE INSPIRATION Discovering the true beauty of a utilitarian garment. Turning it into an archetype of fashion. That was Yves Saint Laurent’s signature gesture. In 1968, through his vision, the functional overall of car racers and parachutists – hence its name, the “jump” suit. Daring, dashing yet unexpectedly elegant, Yves Saint-Laurent’s first, short evening jumpsuit in black silk jersey was acclaimed by the fashion press as a bold new fashion statement. An integral element of the house’s vocabulary, it is still prominently featured in its collections. A second skin combining the sexiness of the miniskirt and the brisk practicality of shorts, the jumpsuit reveals the body and its shape through vibrant colors. A jumpsuit can be styled in countless ways, dressed up or down, reflecting the versatility that is a hallmark of YSL style. From elegant evening wear to more casual daytime looks: the jumpsuit adapts to different occasions while retaining its inherent energy. The jumpsuit is a statement piece, often bold and unconventional. It projects an air of vibrant self-assuredness and independence, mirroring the YSL silhouette who is confident in her own skin and unafraid to stand out.