Opium
Opium by Yves Saint Laurent is a warm, spicy fragrance with real depth. Mandarin orange, plum and carnation in the opening; carnation, cinnamon and jasmine at the heart; opoponax, labdanum and sandalwood in the base. With strong sillage and 9–12 h longevity, it shines best in the evening and in winter. A scent that enters the room before you do.
How Opium unfolds on the skin
A perfume evolves on the skin, from the first spray to hours later. Here is what to expect from Opium at each stage.
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How we rate Opium
Our editorial rating summarises the fragrance profile, versatility, performance and how well-known a scent is. These are the facts it is based on:
- Scent profileWarm and spicy
- Longevity9–12 h
- SillageStrong
- Versatilityin the evening, on special occasions
- ConcentrationEau de Parfum · 90 ml
All facts come from the documented fragrance profile. How we turn them into a rating is explained in How we rate.
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Frequently asked questions about Opium
How long does Opium last?
Opium lasts about 9–12 h on the skin. Its sillage is strong; longevity can vary with skin type, how much you apply and the weather.
What are the notes of Opium?
Opium opens with mandarin orange, plum and carnation, followed by carnation, cinnamon and jasmine at the heart, and settles on opoponax, labdanum and sandalwood in the base. The overall character is warm and spicy.
Which season suits Opium?
Opium shines best in winter. It is mainly worn in the evening, in line with its scent profile.
Is Opium a day or an evening fragrance?
Opium is more of an evening fragrance. This reflects its sillage, longevity and place in the amber fragrance family.
Where can I buy Opium?
Opium is available at amazon.co.uk. Prices change daily, so check the current price directly in the shop.
Which fragrances are similar to Opium?
Poison (Dior), Obsession (Calvin Klein) and Coco Eau de Parfum (Chanel) are similar in character. We select them by shared notes, scent direction and fragrance family.
