Opium
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Illusion Captive
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A legendary amber oriental - lush, spicy and mesmerizing. Opium Eau de Parfum smolders with resin and vanilla, drawing you in with its magnetic, sophisticated warmth. Not for the faint of heart or the summer sun.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some find it a captivating masterpiece, rich and complex, while others are put off by a challenging, thick opening. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a bold statement scent for those who dare.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 14% |
| Floral | 23% | 20% |
| Fruity | 4% | 9% |
| Green | 5% | 14% |
| Sweet | 26% | 25% |
| Warm | 15% | 16% |
| Woody | 7% | 10% |
| Earthy | 18% | 11% |
| Animalic | 6% | 4% |
| Fresh | 12% | 10% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Opium Eau de Parfum is resinous, warm spicy and balsamic, making it ideal for cold weather and crisp fall air. The dense amber and rich vanilla are too thick for summer heat but shine in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The bold projection and opulent scent profile make this best for formal evenings, special occasions, or romantic nights out. It's too commanding and sensual for sports or most modern office settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its complex amber, woody, and spicy accords, alongside comments about its assertiveness and thick opening, suggest it's too much for a typical office setting. However, its 'elegant' and 'luxurious' vibe makes it suitable for date nights and formal events, though perhaps a bit much for casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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