Yves Saint Laurent 2016 EDT

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Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition

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

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Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016, created by Honorine Blanc, Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, and Olivier Cresp. Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition opens with Mandarin and Pear, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Coffee. Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Prepare for a collective eye-roll. This 'limited edition' is essentially the original scent in a sparkly bottle, which some find a bit lazy from YSL. It's safe, approachable, and a crowd-pleaser, but don't expect anything groundbreaking - the 'sparkle clash' is more about the packaging than the juice.
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  • Modern
  • Playful
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
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Black Opium Sparkle Clash Limited Collector's Edition Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pear53%
Mandarin47%
Heartas listed
Tea41%
Orange Blossom32%
Jasmine27%
Baseas listed
Coffee65%
Woody Notes35%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

Built on white floral, coffee and citrus - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh and fruity profile makes it highly versatile for casual wear and suitable for office environments given a moderate application. While pleasant enough for a date, it lacks the depth for formal events and is certainly not designed for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

A vibrant burst of juicy pear and zesty mandarin leads to a heart of elegant white florals, with jasmine and orange blossom softly blended with a clean tea note. The base settles into a comforting, slightly edgy coffee nuance, grounded by subtle woody accords. It's a sweet, fruity-floral experience that remains light and refreshingly bright, veering away from heavier gourmand territory.

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