Yves Saint Laurent 2016 EDP

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Black Opium Wild Edition

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

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Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Wild Edition is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc. Black Opium Wild Edition 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 Wild Edition carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Almost everyone agrees it's the original Black Opium in a flashy new bottle. It's a crowd-pleaser that delivers warmth and sensuality despite some debate about its intensity compared to its older sibling. Expect compliments.
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  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
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Black Opium Wild 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm, gourmand accords and moderate sillage make it ideal for a sensual date night or a chic evening event. While some wear it successfully to work, its inherent richness might be a bit much for quieter office environments.

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
  • 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

Black Opium Wild Edition opens with a sweet, juicy burst of pear and delicate orange blossom, spiced with a hint of pink pepper. The heart deepens with rich coffee, creamy almond, and a liquorice twist, all softened by intoxicating jasmine. It settles into a luxurious base of vanilla, cashmere wood, and earthy patchouli, creating a warm and inviting gourmand experience.

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