Black Opium
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2014 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black Opium Intense
ScentArt
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.
Black Opium Intense amps up the original's signature coffee-vanilla with an absinth twist, creating a rich, decadent, and unforgettable night-out statement. Not for the shy, this is a modern femme fatale in a bottle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 20% | 17% |
| Fruity | 10% | 13% |
| Green | 3% | 15% |
| Sweet | 36% | 40% |
| Warm | 15% | 12% |
| Woody | 15% | 7% |
| Earthy | 14% | 10% |
| Animalic | 3% | 2% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
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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 deep coffee, vanilla, and absinth notes, along with its pronounced sweetness and warmth, make this ideal for fall and winter, while the berry and floral heart gives it enough lift for spring. It can be heavy and cloying in hot weather.
Occasions
This is a seductive, bold scent that shines for evening, date, and formal occasions due to its intense sweetness and projection. It's too powerful for most office or sport situations.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Warm Spicy, Fruity accords and Licorice, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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