Opium Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent
Brand: Yves Saint Laurent
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
The provocative amber: bergamot, mandarin and aldehydes over jasmine, spicy carnation and rose, deepening into vanilla orchid, myrrh and patchouli.
Is Opium Eau de Parfum worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, mandarin and aldehydes, jasmine and carnation at the heart, then dries down to vanilla orchid and myrrh.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 69, versatility 67, layerability 80 and value 69, each out of 100.
Buyers say it gets compliments, smells sexy and lasts long. A few say it's too strong. Buyers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 50 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2009 · Women
Key accords: Bergamot, Mandarin, Aldehydes, Jasmine, Carnation, Rose
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Mandarin
- Aldehydes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Opium Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent belongs to the amber fragrance family. The provocative amber: bergamot, mandarin and aldehydes over jasmine, spicy carnation and rose, deepening into vanilla orchid, myrrh and patchouli. Opium Eau de Parfum opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Aldehydes. The heart brings Jasmine, Carnation, and Rose. It dries down to Vanilla Orchid, Myrrh, and Patchouli.
How to wear Opium Eau de Parfum
On skin, Opium Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Opium Eau de Parfum opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Aldehydes.
The heart brings Jasmine, Carnation, and Rose.
It dries down to Vanilla Orchid, Myrrh, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Opium Eau de Parfum
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and carnation.
Order: Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Hacivat by Nishane
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Hacivat
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Order: Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Nomade
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Chinatown
NoMad by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Order: Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer NoMad on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays NoMad
Pairings to approach with care
Beach Blossom by Jo Malone London
Not Recommended · 30/99
Opium Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Beach Blossom brings a fresh contrast to this amber scent.
Order: Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beach Blossom on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Beach Blossom
Mooncake by d'Annam
Not Recommended · 31/99
Opium Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Mooncake brings a gourmand contrast to this amber scent.
Order: Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mooncake on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Mooncake
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and carnation.
- Hacivat by Nishane — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.
- Nomade by ChloéBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Opium Eau de Parfum?
Opium Eau de Parfum opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Aldehydes. The heart brings Jasmine, Carnation, and Rose. It dries down to Vanilla Orchid, Myrrh, and Patchouli.
How long does Opium Eau de Parfum last, and how strong is it?
Opium Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Opium Eau de Parfum?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and special occasion.
What layers well with Opium Eau de Parfum?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and carnation. Apply Opium Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Opium Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Fahrenheit.
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