Opium Vapeurs de Parfum vs Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

Opium Vapeurs de

Parfum	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	2013
££	Price Tier	££

Place Vendôme

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Opium Vapeurs de

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opium Vapeurs de Parfum

This flanker to the legendary Opium is a divisive one. Fans adore its fresh, elegant twist on the original's heavy oriental, praising its summer suitability. Detractors, however, find it lacks the original's punch, calling it forgettable or even unpleasant. You'll either love how it defies its name, or hate it for precisely that reason.

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Our Verdict - Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

This classy yet understated offering from Boucheron is more 'nice' than 'niche'. It's safe, sophisticated, and universally pleasant, making it a reliable blind buy if you're after something soft and elegant, but prepare for middling performance.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	17%	9%
Floral	32%	30%
Fruity	6%	2%
Green	1%	1%
Sweet	28%	36%
Warm	23%	15%
Woody	8%	14%
Earthy	8%	5%
Animalic	5%	5%
Fresh	11%	10%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Opium Vapeurs de Parfum

Place Vendôme EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pink Pepper 50% vs 23%

Only in Opium Vapeurs de Parfum

Mandarin 50%

Only in Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

Orange Blossom 32% Tangerine 26% Rose 18%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 41% vs 27%

Only in Opium Vapeurs de Parfum

Orange Blossom 58%

Only in Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

Honey 32% Praline 23% Peony 18%

Shared Notes

Benzoin 12% vs 60%

Only in Opium Vapeurs de Parfum

Incense 19% Nutmeg 16% Woody 14% Amber 14% Vanilla 12% Patchouli 11%

Only in Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

Cedar 39%

Accords

Opium Vapeurs de Parfum Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

100%

White Floral

100%

57%

Sweet

99%

97%

Amber

60%

82%

Citrus

72%

Honey

71%

Floral

70%

58%

Woody

58%

Smoky

57%

Warm Spicy

56%

Balsamic

55%

Fresh Spicy

54%

Soft Spicy

45%

Rose

54%

Fresh

47%

White Floral shared

100%

Sweet shared

57%

99%

Amber shared

97%

60%

Citrus shared

82%

72%

Honey

71%

Floral

70%

Woody

58%

Smoky

58%

Warm Spicy

57%

Balsamic

56%

Fresh Spicy

55%

Soft Spicy shared

54%

45%

Rose

54%

Fresh

47%

Performance

Opium Vapeurs de Parfum Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Opium Vapeurs de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Its lighter, often described as 'fresh' character makes it suitable for office wear, although the subtle spice and amber might lean it more towards a professional or evening setting. The sensual white florals and warm drydown make it an excellent choice for dates, while its versatility allows it for casual wear. It's too refined for sport.

Place Vendôme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and soft, elegant profile make it perfect for office wear. While pleasant, its lack of standout projection and moderate longevity mean it's less suited for formal events where a more commanding presence might be desired, and definitely not for sport.