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Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as feminine
Opium Eau D'ete Summer Fragrance
The sun-soaked terrace of a French Riviera villa — where citrus and floral scents blend with warm spices, evoking the carefree spirit of summer.
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Opium Eau D'ete Summer FragrancePremium · $100–250
48%Similar accords, often for lessLes Belles de Ricci Belle de Minuit · Nina RicciMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 5 of its 11 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2002 by Yves Saint Laurent, Opium Eau D'ete Summer Fragrance is a vibrant Oriental fragrance for women that captures the essence of summer. The composition opens with bright citrus notes from mandarin orange and bergamot, creating an invigorating freshness. As it develops, warm spicy and floral accords like carnation and jasmine emerge, adding depth and sensuality to the scent. The base notes of patchouli, myrrh, vanilla, and balsamic elements bring a rich, comforting warmth that lingers throughout the day.
This fragrance has a strong opening that fades within an hour, so apply it generously to ensure the full transition from fresh citrus to rich amber is experienced. Best suited for daytime wear when its warmth complements the sun's glow.
Fig. 01 — Opium Eau D'ete Summer Fragrance, Yves Saint Laurent
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The Opium Eau D'ete Summer Fragrance line
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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The originalOpium Eau D'ete Summer FragranceYves Saint Laurent · Premium · $100–250Nina Ricci · 2000Les Belles de Ricci Belle de MinuitShares 5 of its 11 notes$40–100★ 4.22 (388)45%Match
Lolita Lempicka · 2014Elle L'aime A La FolieShares 4 of its 7 notes$40–100★ 4.04 (266)46%Match
Salvatore Ferragamo · 2011F for Fascinating Crystal EditionShares Orange, Patchouli and Jasmine$40–100★ 3.88 (17)49%Match
RasasiGorgeous WomanShares 4 of its 5 notesunder $40★ 3.50 (8)
With Chopard Cedar Malaki
Adds woody, earthy and fresh spicy; shares patchouli.
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What people
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Warmly received so far: loved by 48%, disliked or hated by 14%.