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Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as feminine
Black Opium Glitter
The rush of stepping out on an autumn evening, where the crisp air is infused with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and warm vanilla.
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Black Opium GlitterPremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessMarshmallow Blush · PARIS CORNERBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Black Opium Glitter by Yves Saint Laurent is a vibrant and captivating Oriental Floral fragrance launched in 2024. Perfumers Honorine Blanc-Hattab, Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, and Olivier Cresp have crafted a composition that balances the brightness of green mandarin and lemon with the warmth of vanilla absolute and coffee. The heart notes of orange blossom and marshmallow add a soft floral touch, while musk and patchouli provide an earthy depth that grounds the scent. This fragrance is designed to capture the essence of modern sophistication, blending sweet and spicy elements into a harmonious whole.
Apply Black Opium Glitter with two sprays for a balanced presence throughout the day. The citrus top notes are bright but fade within a couple of hours, allowing the rich coffee and vanilla base to take center stage as the day progresses.
Fig. 01 — Black Opium Glitter, Yves Saint Laurent
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Honorine Blanc
The quiet revolutionaryHonorine Blanc is a perfumer at Firmenich who has quickly established herself as one of the most talented noses of the newer generation.
Co-created with Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne and Olivier Cresp
The Black Opium line
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
More from the house · founded 1961 · France
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The originalBlack Opium GlitterYves Saint Laurent · Premium · $100–250PARIS CORNER · 2025Marshmallow BlushShares 4 of its 7 notesunder $40★ 4.29 (2,453)43%Match
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With Yves Saint Laurent Opium Extrait de Parfum 40th Anniversary Edition
Adds amber, floral and woody; shares patchouli.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 32%, disliked or hated by 18%.