Opium Vapeurs de Parfum
white floral up front, then amber, settling into citrus.
About
Opium Vapeurs de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Opium Vapeurs de Parfum was launched in 2012. Top notes are Pink Pepper and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Orange Blossom and Jasmine; base notes are Incense, Nutmeg, Woodsy Notes, Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla and Patchouli.…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 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.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Opium Vapeurs de Parfum smell like?
white floral up front, then amber, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: white floral, amber, citrus.
What notes are in Opium Vapeurs de Parfum?
Top: Pink Pepper, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Orange Blossom, Jasmine. Base: Incense, Nutmeg, Woodsy Notes, Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla, Patchouli.
How long does Opium Vapeurs de Parfum last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Opium Vapeurs de Parfum loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Opium Vapeurs de Parfum best for?
Fall is the top pick (34%). Spring is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Opium Vapeurs de Parfum?
Day wear leads at 65%. Night is a secondary pick at 35%.
Is Opium Vapeurs de Parfum for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 56% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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