Yves Saint Laurent 2012 Parfum

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Opium Vapeurs de

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Vapeurs de is a Parfum launched in 2012. The fragrance opens with Mandarin and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Woody, Patchouli, Amber, and Nutmeg.

Our verdict on Opium Vapeurs de: Favourite

This flanker to the legendary Opium is a divisive one. Fans adore its fresh, elegant twist on the original's heavy oriental, praising its summer suitability. Detractors, however, find it lacks the original's punch, calling it forgettable or even unpleasant. You'll either love how it defies its name, or hate it for precisely that reason.
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  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Soft
  • Powdery
Opium Vapeurs de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17%
Floral 33%
Fruity 7%
Green 1%
Sweet 28%
Warm 23%
Woody 9%
Earthy 9%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 11%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

White Floral
100%
Amber
97%
Citrus
82%
Woody
59%
Smoky
59%

Notes

Top Notes

Pink Pepper 50% Mandarin 50%

Heart Notes

Orange Blossom 58% Jasmine 42%

Base Notes

Incense 19% Nutmeg 16% Woody 14% Amber 14% Benzoin 13% Vanilla 12% Patchouli 11%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its lighter, often described as 'fresh' character makes it suitable for office wear, although the subtle spice and amber might lean it more towards a professional or evening setting. The sensual white florals and warm drydown make it an excellent choice for dates, while its versatility allows it for casual wear. It's too refined for sport.

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Opium Vapeurs de Parfum opens with a vibrant burst of mandarin and pink pepper, giving way to a heart of creamy jasmine and radiant orange blossom. As it settles, a smoky incense woven with warm amber, earthy patchouli, and a hint of vanilla emerges, grounding the bright florals in a sophisticated, subtly spiced base. It’s an alluring dance between fresh and deep, clean and sensual.

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