Léonie vs YSL Libre: Notes Compared

Quick answer: Maison Alhambra Léonie is widely described as inspired by YSL Libre. The published notes are almost identical: mandarin and petitgrain over lavender, orange blossom and jasmine, on a vanilla, cedar, ambergris and musk base.

Notes side by side

	YSL Libre	Léonie (Maison Alhambra)
Top	Mandarin, petitgrain, lavandin, blackcurrant	Lavender, mandarin, petitgrain, blackcurrant
Heart	Lavender, jasmine sambac, jasmine grandiflorum, orange flower	Lavender, orange blossom, jasmine
Base	Vanilla, cedarwood, ambergris accord, white musk	Musk, vanilla, cedar, ambergris

How they compare

The published notes are almost identical: mandarin and petitgrain over lavender, orange blossom and jasmine, on a vanilla, cedar, ambergris and musk base. Libre lists two kinds of jasmine; Léonie lists jasmine once. As with any inspired-by scent, the best test is to try both on your own skin.

When to wear Léonie

All year
Daytime, office and evenings
A floral-lavender scent that suits cooler and warmer weather

Libbra is another Maison Alhambra scent widely described as inspired by Libre.

FAQ

Is Léonie a dupe of YSL Libre?

Léonie is an original Maison Alhambra composition widely described as inspired by YSL Libre, and the published notes match closely. It is not made by Yves Saint Laurent.

What is the difference between Léonie and Libbra?

Both are Maison Alhambra scents widely compared to Libre. Léonie is the newer release; compare the notes on each product page.

Who makes Léonie?

Maison Alhambra, a fragrance house of Lattafa Perfumes in the United Arab Emirates.

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Designer perfume names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe each scent’s inspiration. Maison Alhambra fragrances are original compositions and are not made or endorsed by those brands. Notes are as published by the brands and retailers; how a scent smells on you depends on your skin and climate.