Black Opium Nuit Blanche
lactonic up front, then sweet, settling into vanilla.
About
Black Opium Nuit Blanche by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women. Black Opium Nuit Blanche was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Cresp. Top notes are Rice, Anise and Bourbon Pepper; middle notes are Coffee, Orange Blossom, Coriander and Peony; base notes…
Nose: Olivier Cresp
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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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- 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 Black Opium Nuit Blanche smell like?
lactonic up front, then sweet, settling into vanilla. Dominant accords: lactonic, sweet, vanilla.
What notes are in Black Opium Nuit Blanche?
Top: Rice, Anise, Bourbon Pepper. Heart: Coffee, Orange Blossom, Coriander, Peony. Base: Vanilla, Milk, Caramel, Sandalwood, White Musk.
How long does Black Opium Nuit Blanche last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Black Opium Nuit Blanche loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Black Opium Nuit Blanche best for?
Winter is the top pick (42%). Fall is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Black Opium Nuit Blanche?
Night wear leads at 55%. Day is a secondary pick at 45%.
Is Black Opium Nuit Blanche for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 80% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Black Opium Nuit Blanche?
Composed by Olivier Cresp. Released in 2016.
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