PearOpens with
Jasmine SambacHeart
Madagascar VanillaDries down to
Also asEau de Parfum · 2019 →
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Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as feminine
Black Opium Le Parfum
The quiet confidence of stepping into a cozy library, where the scent of leather-bound books mingles with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and warm vanilla.
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Black Opium Le ParfumPremium · $100–250
37%Similar accords, often for lessGardenia · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares orange blossom and coffee8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2022 by Yves Saint Laurent and crafted by perfumers Nathalie Lorson, Olivier Cresp, Marie Salamagne, and Honorine Blanc, Black Opium Le Parfum is a rich and enveloping scent that blends the warmth of vanilla and spices with the crisp freshness of citrus. The composition opens with pear and green mandarin before transitioning to jasmine sambac and orange blossom, creating a delicate floral heart. The base notes of Madagascar vanilla, Bourbon vanilla, and coffee add depth and a lingering sweetness, while patchouli and vanilla orchid provide earthy warmth.
Apply this fragrance in light layers — it develops its full depth within an hour. The strong base notes mean that less is more; one or two sprays are sufficient to ensure a lasting, enveloping warmth throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Black Opium Le Parfum, 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 Marie Salamagne, Nathalie Lorson 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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A community favourite: loved by 61%, disliked or hated by 5%.