Yves Saint Laurent 2017 EDP

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Black Opium Pure Illusion

Name: Black Opium Pure Illusion Eau de Parfum
Brand: Yves Saint Laurent

by Nathalie Lorson , Marie Salamagne , Olivier Cresp , Honorine Blanc

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Pure Illusion is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc. Black Opium Pure Illusion opens with Orange Blossom, Pink Pepper, and Pear, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Coffee, Licorice, and Almond, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Cedar, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium Pure Illusion carries an Acquired verdict, an almond-led wear.

This one's a bit of a head-scratcher. Is it the original Black Opium in a new outfit or a subtly different beast? The community's divided, but what we do know is that the bottle's a stunner and the scent, whatever its lineage, offers a comforting, sweet embrace.

Bold
Cozy
Clean
Warm
Confident

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Black Opium Pure Illusion Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Sweet

100%

Vanilla

94%

Coffee

93%

Almond

91%

White Floral

86%

Fruity

81%

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Performance

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:

Spring Fall Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Built on sweet, vanilla and coffee - a composition that sits best in spring, autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

With its sweet and bold profile, Pure Illusion leans more towards evening and social events than the office. Its comforting warmth makes it a strong contender for casual outings, especially during colder months, and its sophisticated depth works well for formal occasions or a romantic date.

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About

Opens with a sweet, juicy burst of pear and orange blossom, kissed by a hint of pink pepper. The heart deepens with an addictive swirl of bitter coffee and nutty almond, softened by jasmine and a whisper of licorice. It settles into a warm, creamy base of vanilla, patchouli, and rich woods, leaving a sensual and deeply comforting trail.