Pink PepperOpens with
Orange BlossomHeart
IncenseDries down to
Dominique RopionThe nose · 344 fragrances · also made La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique (2021)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as feminine
Opium Vapeurs de Parfum
A sunlit city square where the scent of incense and vanilla blends with the vibrant energy of passersby, creating an atmosphere that is both modern and lasting.
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Opium Vapeurs de ParfumPremium · $100–250
51%Similar accords, often for lessMazaaji · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2012, Opium Vapeurs de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent is an Oriental Floral fragrance created by perfumer Dominique Ropion. The composition opens with a bright burst of pink pepper and mandarin orange, giving way to the creamy white floral heart of jasmine and orange blossom. This lightness contrasts with the rich smoky and warm spicy base notes of incense, nutmeg, patchouli, amber, benzoin, and vanilla. It is a fragrance that balances freshness with depth, evoking a modern take on YSL’s heritage.
Apply this fragrance in layers for a more nuanced experience — start with one spray to let the citrus top notes shine through, then add another once they begin to fade. The smoky and spicy base notes will gradually take center stage and create a warm presence throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Opium Vapeurs de Parfum, Yves Saint Laurent
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Dominique Ropion
The master of power and poetryDominique Ropion is one of the great perfumers of the modern era — a creator whose work bridges the gap between technical mastery and pure artistic expression.
“I had the idea of adding an exceptional quantity of Turkish rose.”
Dominique Ropion · Frédéric Malle / Nose interview
Designer Yves Saint Laurent
More from the house · founded 1961 · France
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 17%.