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
sweet100
woody55
white floral42
warm spicy42
gourmand35
vanilla18
fruity15
Sub-facets
coffeesoft spicyfresh spicy
Vibe
Cozy34Playful28Sensual14Elegant8Romantic8Bold7Energetic3
Seasonality
Olfactiveautumn
Communitywinter
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
Dupe71% ±2
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