Black Opium Over Red
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Tamarindo
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one's a divisive trip to the tropics. Some find it a luxurious, grown-up pineapple fantasy, whilst others are left scratching their heads wondering, 'where's the pineapple?' and complaining about a lacklustre drydown. Definitely sample before you commit.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 12% |
| Floral | 21% | 20% |
| Fruity | 18% | 23% |
| Green | 7% | 9% |
| Sweet | 36% | 33% |
| Warm | 6% | 9% |
| Woody | 4% | 6% |
| Earthy | 15% | 11% |
| Animalic | 2% | 3% |
| Fresh | 10% | 15% |
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
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
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.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its prominent fruity and sweet accords, coupled with a performance that often leans bright and projecting, makes it less suited for a formal office. It truly shines in casual and date settings, especially in warmer weather, where its tropical vibe can be fully appreciated.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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