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Yohji Yamamoto

Paradox

2018UnisexClassic

Votes lean masculine

7.4/ 10
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Yohji Yamamoto Paradox is a unisex scent built around tuberose, galbanum and vanilla absolute, with a floral and green frame under sweet, spicy and smoky tones.

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Skunky's take: Floral accords up front; keep it from the bees.

How does it perform?

From 14 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
7.8 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
6.8 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle
6.8 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

81% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

AmberTuberose
Galbanum Orpur®
Vanilla absoluteIndonesian nutmeg
Italian broom absolute Orpur®
African orange blossom Orpur®
Indonesian patchouli

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Floral
  2. Green
  3. Sweet
  4. Synthetic
  5. Spicy
  6. Woody
  7. Powdery
  8. Resinous

What does Paradox smell like?

Tuberose and African orange blossom set the floral side, while galbanum adds a sharp green edge. Vanilla absolute and amber bring sweetness and a resinous warmth; Indonesian nutmeg and Indonesian patchouli add a spicy, woody and slightly smoky depth. Powdery and synthetic touches sit among the accords too.

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays on the skin without filling a room. The vote count is small, so these ratings are a rough guide. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine and suits anyone. Comme des Garçons Copper and Dior Bois d'Argent (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 35%
    Autumn
  • 29%
    Spring
  • 18%
    Winter
  • 18%
    Summer
  • Casual
    23%
  • Evening
    23%
  • Nighttime
    19%
  • Office
    19%
  • Daytime
    12%

Least picked for daytime.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026