Austin Butler Dances Through YSL MYSLF Fragrance Campaign
Austin Butler Dances Through YSL MYSLF Fragrance Campaign
Austin Butler stars in a sun-soaked, dance-heavy YSL Beauty MYSLF Eau de Toilette Intense campaign, filmed in Mexico City and directed by Romain Gavras.
Austin Butler is fronting YSL Beauty’s latest fragrance, MYSLF Eau de Toilette Intense, in a campaign that channels freedom, joy, and a touch of roguish charm. The promotional clip follows Butler through a day in his life, from getting dressed after a workout to driving to a dinner party, and then chasing the sunset up in the hills. The spot is packed with solo dancing—from rooftops to rain-soaked streets—showcasing the actor in a carefree, charismatic mood. The campaign’s music pairs with a remix of Billy Idol’s “Dancing With Myself,” amplifying the feel-good energy that YSL Beauty wants fans to associate with the fragrance. The visuals were shot in Mexico City earlier this year and were directed by French filmmaker Romain Gavras, known for his dynamic music-video style. The film is built around themes of “freedom” and “joy,” reflecting the fragrance’s contemporary, liberated vibe. Butler’s day-in-the-life approach to the campaign contrasts with his high-profile period pieces off-screen, offering a lighter, more playful side of the actor as he steps into the MYSLF world. In addition to the dance-heavy moments, the campaign nods to the quiet, more personal rituals that frame Butler’s life, including his daily routine and a broader sense of gratitude that he carries with him on set. He describes a light-hearted moment when he jokes about a “gratitude alarm” that goes off every two hours, naming three things he’s grateful for each time. The overall campaign, at once glamorous and relatable, positions MYSLF Eau de Toilette Intense as a fragrance for those who want to feel confident and free, even as they go about everyday moments. The project adds to Butler’s ongoing collaboration with a luxury beauty house, expanding his influence beyond film and into the realm of style and scent. With a strong visual language and a buoyant soundtrack, the campaign aims to capture a modern, joyful take on scent marketing and the art of personal expression. Butler’s public persona—effortlessly cool, with a dash of humor—seems perfectly aligned with the fragrance’s proposed mood and the campaign’s breezy, sunlit aesthetic. He’s also been spotlighted for his acting range and the next steps in his career, including forthcoming roles that keep him in the mainstream spotlight. The MYSLF line continues to broaden its reach, offering a fragrance that balances intensity with a playful, everyday appeal.