Black Opium Over Red
cherry up front, then vanilla, settling into sweet.
About
Black Opium Over Red by Yves Saint Laurent is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women. Black Opium Over Red was launched in 2024. Black Opium Over Red was created by Honorine Blanc, Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne and Olivier Cresp. Top notes are Cherry and Green Mandarin; middle notes are…
Noses: Nathalie Lorson · Olivier Cresp · Honorine Blanc · Marie Salamagne
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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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- 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.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Black Opium Over Red smell like?
cherry up front, then vanilla, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: cherry, vanilla, sweet.
What notes are in Black Opium Over Red?
Top: Cherry, Green Mandarin. Heart: Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Black Tea. Base: Madagascar Vanilla, Coffee, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf.
How long does Black Opium Over Red last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Black Opium Over Red loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Black Opium Over Red best for?
Winter is the top pick (41%). 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 Over Red?
Night wear leads at 70%. Day is a secondary pick at 30%.
Is Black Opium Over Red for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 65% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Black Opium Over Red?
Composed by Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp and Honorine Blanc and Marie Salamagne. Released in 2024.
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