Yves Saint Laurent

Black Opium

A soft white-floral opening over a sugared sweet heart, drying down to a dry woody base.

31.6
Market score
rising
Momentum
2014
Released
Bottle photo

Scent profile

Accord weights
sweet
100
woody
55
white floral
42
warm spicy
42
gourmand
35
vanilla
18
fruity
15
Sub-facets
coffeesoft spicyfresh spicy
Vibe
Cozy34Playful28Sensual14Elegant8Romantic8Bold7Energetic3
Seasonality
Olfactive
autumn
Community
winter
winterspringsummerautumn
Occasion
day 27%night 73%

Olfactive Notes

Top notes
Orange BlossomPearPepper
Heart notes
Bitter AlmondCoffeeJasmineLicorice
Base notes
Cashmere WoodCedarPatchouliVanilla

Dupes & alternatives

Fragrances worn as a more affordable take on Black Opium.

Twist PerfumesAddicted No.3
Dupe
71% ±2

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Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent — Scent Profile · Fragrance Index