The top notes of PARIS by Yves Saint Laurent are a vibrant blend of bergamot, black currant buds, and citrusy accents. These are complemented by the freshness of hawthorn, hyacinth, mimosa, and geranium, along with rose and orange blossom's sweet and floral nuances. This opening combination provides a fresh and invigorating start to the fragrance, setting the stage for the deeper, more complex notes that follow.