Black Opium
Yves Saint Laurent by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, Honorine Blanc OriginalScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A powerhouse modern gourmand - Black Opium is an unapologetically bold, sweet, and sultry signature. The coffee-vanilla core is addictive, making it a go-to for nights out or whenever you want to command attention.
Summer Nights is a light and casual fragrance perfect for warm weather and relaxed social settings.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 20% |
| Floral | 20% | 29% |
| Fruity | 10% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 6% |
| Sweet | 36% | 11% |
| Warm | 15% | 2% |
| Woody | 15% | 13% |
| Earthy | 14% | 2% |
| Animalic | 3% | 16% |
| Fresh | 9% | 28% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The deep sweetness, warm spicy notes, and rich coffee-vanilla core make this ideal for colder weather, especially fall and winter. Its heaviness can feel cloying in heat but works nicely in spring evenings.
Occasions
The bold, sweet, and sensual profile is best for dates and nights out, while formal settings suit its opulence. It's too attention-grabbing for the office and not appropriate for sporty or active scenarios.
Seasons
The fragrance has fresh and floral notes that make it ideal for the warmer temperatures of spring and summer.
Occasions
Light projection and fresh accords make it suitable for casual outings and some semi-formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody accords and Jasmine, Cedar notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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