Is The Essence Vault Black Opium - 82 a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium?
Black Opium EDT
Yves Saint Laurent by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, Honorine Blanc Original Favourite
Black Opium EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2015 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Black Opium - 82 EDP
Black Opium EDT by YSL delivers a premium, sparkling fruity-floral experience with a signature coffee twist, exuding sophistication and versatility for day-to-night wear. In contrast, The Essence Vault’s Inspired by Black Opium EDP leans into a sun-kissed, coconut-citrus vibe with creamy white florals, offering a breezy, playful, and distinctly summery mood at a budget-friendly price. The key difference is YSL’s polished, flirtatious lift versus The Essence Vault’s tropical, relaxed sweetness. Choose YSL for a more refined, original scent with better depth; opt for The Essence Vault if affordability and easy, vacation-ready freshness are your priority.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Black Opium
- Black Opium - 82
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want the original, premium Black Opium signature.
- Prefer a refined, sparkling fruity-floral scent.
- Seek versatility for both day and night.
- Value a sophisticated, polished impression.
- You're after a budget-friendly alternative.
- Love coconut and sunlit, breezy notes.
- Want a casual, modern scent for warm weather.
- Prefer playful, relaxed fragrances.
A sparkling, fruity twist on the Black Opium DNA that trades the original’s darkness for juicy brightness, soft florals, and a breezy, wearable energy. Sweet but never cloying, it is perfect for daytime or whenever you want a flirtatious lift.
No. 82 leans hard into YSL Black Opium's coffee-vanilla signature and captures the addictive gourmand opening well, but the white floral heart is thinner and the overall composition is louder and flatter, missing the original's smoky bitter-almond depth and long-haul projection.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
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Base Notes
Woody Notes
52%
Musk
48%
Base Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The juicy fruits, tea, and bright florals make this EDT lively and airy for spring and summer, while the coffee and musky woods give it enough depth for fall. It is less plush and warm than the EDP, so less ideal in the coldest months.
Occasions
With its moderate projection and playful fruity-floral brightness, this is an excellent choice for daytime, dates, or casual situations. Its softness and sweetness suit the office, but it is not formal or sporty.
Seasons
The warm coffee-vanilla gourmand profile is built for cool weather, feeling comforting in fall and winter but cloying in summer heat.
Occasions
A bold, sweet coffee signature suits evenings and date nights best; too intense and sugary for daytime office wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 10 notes, including Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Coffee
Adds blackcurrant and citrus, drops cedar and vanilla
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