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Which Should You Buy?
A legendary amber oriental - lush, spicy and mesmerizing. Opium Eau de Parfum smolders with resin and vanilla, drawing you in with its magnetic, sophisticated warmth. Not for the faint of heart or the summer sun.
This one's a proper divisive darling, a love-it-or-hate-it affair by Kilian. Some find it a breath of honeyed-mossy fresh air, while others reckon it's a bit of a scrubber with questionable longevity. Body chemistry is definitely key here.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 16% |
| Floral | 23% | 19% |
| Fruity | 4% | 2% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 26% | 34% |
| Warm | 15% | 15% |
| Woody | 7% | 6% |
| Earthy | 18% | 16% |
| Animalic | 6% | 7% |
| Fresh | 12% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Opium Eau de Parfum is resinous, warm spicy and balsamic, making it ideal for cold weather and crisp fall air. The dense amber and rich vanilla are too thick for summer heat but shine in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The bold projection and opulent scent profile make this best for formal evenings, special occasions, or romantic nights out. It's too commanding and sensual for sports or most modern office settings.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and potential for divisiveness make it less ideal for a close-quarters office, but the sophisticated honey and white floral profile is perfect for dates and evening events. While some find it too much for casual wear, its luxurious feel suits formal occasions well. It's far too heavy and complex for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Sweet, Amber accords and Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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