Belle d'Opium
“Belle d'Opium by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a white floral, fruity composition with a amber undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2010 by Yves Saint Laurent, Belle d'Opium was positioned as a 'next generation' successor to the iconic Opium. Created by perfumers Alberto Morillas and Honorine Blanc, this Oriental Woody fragrance combines white florals like Casablanca Lily and Jasmine with fruity notes and warm spices. Despite its promising premise, it has been criticized for its generic floriental profile and weak sillage, leading to lukewarm-to-negative reviews from enthusiasts. Now discontinued, Belle d'Opium remains a proof of the high standards set by its predecessor.
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Application Tips
This fragrance has a short sillage and longevity for its EDP concentration. For best effect, apply it close to your skin — pulse points like wrists and neck will allow you to enjoy its warm spices and fruity sweetness more intimately than from afar.
Alberto Morillas
Founding perfumer · 479 fragrances · Swiss
Alberto Morillas is a Spanish perfumer. He is a master perfumer at Swiss fragrance and flavor firm dsm-firmenich, where his notable creations have included Calvin Klein CK One, Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò and Marc Jacobs Daisy. He has an independent line called Mizensir.
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The story behind the bottle.
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, in a chic Parisian café where time seems to slow down.
Fig. 01 — Belle d'Opium, Yves Saint Laurent
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