Yves Saint Laurent 2015 EDT
Black Opium
by Nathalie Lorson , Marie Salamagne , Olivier Cresp , Honorine Blanc
Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc. Black Opium opens with Citrus, Mandarin, Pear, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Coffee, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Musk. Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.
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.What our verdicts mean →
- Playful
- Confident
- Fresh
- Modern
- Sensual
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.
ScentArt
Performance & Mood
Performance
Mood
When To Wear
Best 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.
Best 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.
Declarable allergens
We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.
Declarable under EU Annex III
- Synthetic musk
The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this
About
Similar
Compare & Pair
Compare Black Opium Eau de Toilette with...
Layer
Wear two at once. See what layers well with Black Opium Eau de Toilette - the blends worth trying, and how each one scores.
Complement
Round out the rotation. See what complements Black Opium Eau de Toilette - fragrances that pair with it, worn side by side.
Where to buy
Prices for the United Kingdom ·
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.
Get the verdict in your inbox
New finds, honest verdicts, and price drops - straight to your inbox.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. See our privacy policy.