Yves Saint Laurent
Opium
EDP1977
“Incense in a velvet-draped room — the fragrance world's original controversy.”
Spring50%
Summer35%
Fall88%
Winter92%
Day40%
Night92%
What works
- ●A genuine landmark of 1970s orientalism that still commands attention
- ●Rich, complex spice-floral base with real depth
- ●Outstanding longevity and powerful sillage
Trade-offs
- ●Dense and heavy — absolutely not a warm-weather fragrance
- ●Classic character may feel dated to younger wearers
Top
Aldehydes, Mandarin, Plum, Bergamot
Mid
Jasmine, Rose, Lily of the Valley, Carnation
Base
Opopanax, Benzoin, Cedarwood, Tolu Balsam, Vanilla
Longevity88
Excellent
Projection80
Strong
Sillage78
Moderate
Strongly feminine
$80–$145Good value
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- Jean-Louis Sieuzac