Yves Saint Laurent 2016 EDP

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Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition

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

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Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc. Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition opens with Neroli, 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 Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

If you came for a new scent, you're out of luck - this limited edition is all about the sparkle, not a unique blend. It's the same beloved Black Opium juice, so expect a crowd-pleasing, dark coffee vibe that's still undeniably popular.
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  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Bold
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Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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.

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Performance & Mood

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This rich, warming, and distinctive scent with its strong coffee and vanilla accords isn't typically suited for the office or highly active situations. It truly shines on dates or special evenings out, where its sensual depth can be fully appreciated without being overpowering to others. While some reviews suggest longevity might be an issue, its initial presence is undeniable.

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

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

A dark and delicious swirl that kicks off with a hint of playful pink pepper and crisp pear, then deepens into a rich, almost roasted coffee heart. Jasmine and licorice add an intriguing, slightly smoky sweetness, while a base of warm vanilla, earthy patchouli, and cedar grounds the fragrance. It’s a decadent, woody gourmand with an edgy warmth.

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