Yves Saint Laurent

Black Opium EDP

Sweet pear and pink pepper over vanilla

Retail Size
Sample Size
Sample Size Guide
Every sample is hand-decanted from a genuine bottle into a glass spray atomiser.
  • 1 mL: about 15 sprays, enough to test over a few wears
  • 3 mL: about 45 sprays
  • 5 mL: about 75 sprays
  • 10 mL: about 150 sprays
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Description

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium is a captivating and modern fragrance that has become a staple in the world of women's perfumes since its launch in 2014. Crafted by renowned perfumers Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc, this Eau de Parfum offers a blend of bold and sensual notes, making it a favorite for evening wear and special occasions

Scent Accord: Warm and Sweet 

Prominent Notes: Vanilla, Orange Blossom, and Coffee

Occasion: Evening and Night Out

Fragrance Notes Top: Pear, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom

Heart: Coffee, Jasmine, Bitter Almond, Licorice

Base: Vanilla, Patchouli, Cashmere Wood, Cedar

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Notes

Family
Ambery
Scent accord
Sweet, Vanilla, Floral, Warm spicy, Fruity
Concentration
Eau de Parfum
Gender
Women
Season
Fall, Winter
Occasion
Evening, Date night, Night out
House
Designer
Perfumer
Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc

The house

Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent, often shortened to YSL, is a renowned French fashion house known for its sophisticated and trendsetting designs. Their fragrance collection embodies this same spirit, offering a captivating selection of scents for both men and women.

With a little guidance and exploration, you're sure to find a YSL scent that complements your unique personality and creates a lasting impression.

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People also ask

Common questions about this fragrance, and how to try it before you commit.

What does Black Opium EDP smell like?

Black Opium EDP is an ambery fragrance built around sweet, vanilla, floral, warm spicy, fruity accords. You'll pick up pear, pink pepper, orange blossom, coffee, jasmine, bitter almond, licorice, vanilla. The surest way to know if it suits you is to wear it: sample a decant first.

When should I wear Black Opium EDP?

Black Opium EDP suits evening, date night, night out. It's at its best in fall, winter. Not sure it fits your rotation? Try it as a decant or build a sampling box of any five.

Is Black Opium EDP an EDT or EDP?

Black Opium EDP is sold as Eau de Parfum. Concentration is how much fragrance oil the formula carries, which shapes how rich it smells and how long it lasts on skin.

How long does Black Opium EDP last?

As an eau de parfum, expect solid longevity: several hours of noticeable wear is typical. A decant is the low-risk way to see exactly how it performs on your skin before you commit to a full bottle.

Are these authentic?

Yes, 100%. Every decant is hand-poured from a genuine, retail-bought bottle: never a tester, clone or copy. Read our Authenticity Promise.

Can I try it before buying a full bottle?

That's the whole idea. Everything here is a decant, so you try the real fragrance on your own skin before committing to a full retail bottle. Want a few at once? Build a Sampling Box of any five. See how decanting works.

What's your return policy?

Full-bottle fragrances can be returned within 30 days of delivery. A $10 return shipping fee applies, and used bottles carry a restocking fee. Samples, decants, body wash, lotion and candles are final sale. See our full refund policy.

How fast do you ship?

Orders are processed within one business day and ship with tracking to the continental US. Standard shipping is free on orders over $50.

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