Yves Saint Laurent
Black Opium Le Parfum
“Vanilla turned up, coffee turned down — the smoothest Opium with the least personality.”
The take
What works
- ●Smooth, creamy, vanilla-coffee-pear blend without the original's loud edges
- ●Beast-mode longevity on skin and clothes
- ●Sensual and addictive — earns its compliment-magnet reputation
Trade-offs
- ●Coffee is much subtler here than in the original EDP
- ●Linear — gets where it's going fast and stays
Notes
Top
Pear
Cinnamon
Green MandarinMid
Jasmine Sambac
Solar Notes
Orange BlossomBase
Madagascar VanillaBourbon VanillaVanilla Absolute
CoffeeVanilla Orchid
PatchouliPerformance
When to wear
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Black Opium Le Parfum smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Opium (65%), Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Over Red (59%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.
How long does Black Opium Le Parfum last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 63/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Black Opium Le Parfum?
Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning.
Is Black Opium Le Parfum worth it?
At $110–$230, yes for this tier. Smooth, creamy, vanilla-coffee-pear blend without the original's loud edges. Beast-mode longevity on skin and clothes.
Details
- Perfumer
- Honorine Blanc