Belle d'Opium
white floral up front, then fruity, settling into amber.
About
Belle d'Opium by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Belle d'Opium was launched in 2010. Belle d'Opium was created by Honorine Blanc and Alberto Morillas. Top notes are Casablanca Lily, Gardenia, Jasmine and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Incense, Fruity Notes, White Pepper, Tobacco, Peach and…
Noses: Alberto Morillas · Honorine Blanc
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Belle d'Opium smell like?
white floral up front, then fruity, settling into amber. Dominant accords: white floral, fruity, amber.
What notes are in Belle d'Opium?
Top: Casablanca Lily, Gardenia, Jasmine, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Incense, Fruity Notes, White Pepper, Tobacco, Peach, Rose. Base: Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Vanilla.
How long does Belle d'Opium last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Belle d'Opium loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Belle d'Opium best for?
Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Belle d'Opium?
Night wear leads at 65%. Day is a secondary pick at 35%.
Is Belle d'Opium for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 59% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Belle d'Opium?
Composed by Alberto Morillas and Honorine Blanc. Released in 2010.
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