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Black Opium Illicit Green Eau de Parfum bottle Black Opium Illicit Green EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2022 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Black Opium Over Red Eau de Parfum bottle Black Opium Over Red EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Opium Illicit Green EDP
A surprisingly zesty twist on the Black Opium DNA, Illicit Green is a creamy, figgy gourmand with a shot of green juice and coffee. Flirty, lively, and addictive for those who want their sweetness with a modern, fresh bite.
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Our Verdict - Black Opium Over Red EDP
A juicy, addictive cherry-vanilla gourmand with a creamy coffee twist, Black Opium Over Red is a bold, modern flanker that seduces with plush sweetness and a lingering, cozy warmth. Perfect for making memories after dark.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Opium Illicit Green EDP
Black Opium Over Red EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 30% vs 42%
Only in Black Opium Illicit Green
Pear 35% Fig Leaf 35%
Only in Black Opium Over Red
Cherry 57%
Shared Notes
Orange Blossom 32% vs 34%
Jasmine 32% vs 34%
Only in Black Opium Illicit Green
Fig 35%
Only in Black Opium Over Red
Tea 31%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 35% vs 35%
Coffee 35% vs 35%
Patchouli 28% vs 28%

Accords

Black Opium Illicit Green Black Opium Over Red
90%
Sweet
100%
70%
Fruity
90%
80%
Gourmand
85%
70%
Green
60%
Floral
45%
Sweet shared
90%
100%
Fruity shared
70%
90%
Gourmand shared
80%
85%
70%
Floral shared
60%
45%
Creamy shared

Performance

Black Opium Illicit Green Black Opium Over Red
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Opium Illicit Green

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The lush green and juicy fruity notes make it lively for spring, while the gourmand sweetness and coffee-vanilla base add depth for fall. It's versatile enough for cooler summer evenings and mild winter days, but not ideal for hot weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual

Best worn on dates or casual outings where its playful, sweet energy shines. Suitable for the office in moderation, but the creamy gourmand and projection make it less optimal for formal or sporty settings.

Black Opium Over Red

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The juicy cherry, vanilla, and coffee warmth make this a perfect match for fall and winter, offering a cozy yet vibrant vibe in cold air. It can work in late spring evenings but is likely too rich and sweet for hot summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The bold, decadent sweetness and moderate projection make this a statement for date nights or formal events where you want to be noticed. Too sweet and attention-grabbing for sport or restrained office settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean sweet, gourmand, fruity

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black Opium Illicit Green EDP
Black Opium Over Red EDP
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