1998
Opium Fraicheur d Orient

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Yves Saint Laurent  ·  Sold as feminine

Opium Fraicheur d Orient

The crisp air of a late afternoon in an ornate salon, where the scent of cinnamon and amber creates a sense of refined comfort.

4.16120 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
warm spicyfresh spicyambercitruswoodyaromatic
Opium Fraicheur d OrientPremium · $100–250
47%Similar accords, often for lessYouth-Dew Amber Nude · Estée LauderMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 13 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting51% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak11%
Moderate36%
Long lasting38%
Eternal13%
SillageModerate36% say strong or enormous
Intimate13%
Moderate51%
Strong21%
Enormous15%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex24%
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Feminine76%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Opium Fraicheur d'Orient by Yves Saint Laurent was launched in 1998, bringing a fresh take on the brand's iconic oriental theme. This fragrance opens with a vibrant clash of warm and fresh spices, cinnamon leading the charge alongside citrus notes that add an invigorating edge. The heart introduces soft florals that balance the spiciness before settling into a rich amber and woody base. The composition is both dynamic and comforting, capturing the essence of Yves Saint Laurent's legacy of elegance.

How to wear it

For best effect, apply this fragrance to pulse points. The spiciness in the top notes is immediate but fades within an hour, so it's better suited for daytime wear when you want a fresh yet warm presence.

Fig. 01 — Opium Fraicheur d Orient, Yves Saint Laurent

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Designer Yves Saint Laurent

More from the house · founded 1961 · France

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06 · The Room

What people
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4.16/ 5 · 120 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 11%.

Love41%
Like46%
OK3%
Dislike10%
Hate1%
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