Opium EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2009 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Poppy EDP
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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.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Opium - a citrus fragrance led by Coriander, Plum, Citruses, with woody depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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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
The citrus character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its citrus, woody signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean amber, warm spicy, citrus
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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