Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum 90 ml

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau de Parfum 90 ml

YSL Black Opium is an iconic oriental gourmand released in 2014 and created by perfumers Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, and Honorine Blanc. It fuses addictive coffee energy with sweet florals and creamy depth, making it a seductive signature scent.

The bottle design echoes its glam-rock soul: textured glitter-black with a soft central window revealing warm brown juice—bold, edgy, and deeply feminine.

Top Notes

• Pink Pepper
  Adds a vibrant, spicy spark that awakens the senses.
• Pear Accord
  Brings a juicy sweetness, balancing the spice with fresh fruitiness.
• Orange Blossom
  Introduces soft floral radiance, contributing elegant warmth.

Heart Notes

• Coffee Accord
  The signature dark roast note adds depth and exhilarating intensity.
• Jasmine Sambac & Orange Blossom
  Lush white florals offering creamy elegance and rounded softness.

Base Notes

• Vanilla
  Provides a creamy, sweet foundation that lingers warmly.
• Patchouli
  Adds earthy richness and grounding depth to the composition.
• Cedarwood
  Offers refined, dry-woody structure that reinforces warmth.

YSL Black Opium is a modern oriental gourmand that masterfully balances energizing spice and sweet creaminess with bold coffee and white florals. It’s addictive, attention-grabbing, and perfect for confident wearers who embrace deep warmth and luxurious sensuality.

Summary

• Launch: 2014 by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp & Honorine Blanc
• Character: Dark gourmand with vibrant coffee-spice-heart and creamy vanilla-wood base
• Longevity / Sillage: Strong projection and long-lasting (6–10 hours), especially in evening and cooler weather
• Best For: Night-time glamour, confident self-expression, perfume lovers drawn to addictive, sensual intensity