Yves Saint Laurent 1998 Edt

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Opium Fraicheur d'Orient

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fraicheur d'Orient is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1998. Opium Fraicheur d'Orient settles into a heart of Cinnamon, Musk, Carnation, and Tangerine. Yves Saint Laurent's Opium Fraicheur d'Orient carries a Statement verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This 'fresher' Opium flanker is a beautiful enigma: a subtle, spicy suntan lotion vibe that's divisive but ultimately charming. While it lacks the punch of the original, it offers a gentle, almost meditative experience for those who appreciate its unique character.
  • Subtle
  • Warm
  • Relaxed
  • Fresh
  • Sweet
Opium Fraicheur d'Orient Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13%
Floral 15%
Fruity 2%
Green 3%
Sweet 18%
Warm 36%
Woody 14%
Earthy 13%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 10%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Amber
89%
Citrus
79%
Woody
71%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its low projection and medium longevity make it office-safe and perfect for casual wear, as users noted its gentle sillage. However, its understated presence means it might get lost in more formal or high-energy sporting events.

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About

Imagine a warm, spiced tangerine melting into a bed of amber and musk, with subtle hints of ginger and carnation weaving through. It's a soft, resinous embrace - less a grand declaration and more a whisper of oriental warmth, drying down to an airy, almost incensy sweetness that lingers close to the skin.