- Is Black Opium a good first YSL fragrance?
- Yes, if you like sweet gourmands. It is easier to wear than the original Opium, which is spicier and more old-school. Sample it first if you dislike coffee or heavy vanilla.
- How does it compare with the original Opium?
- They are very different. Opium is a spicy, balsamic oriental; Black Opium is a modern coffee-vanilla gourmand. Black Opium is sweeter and more casual.
- How long does it last?
- Most owners report several hours of wear and a scent that stays on clothing. Performance varies with skin, and the eau de parfum is stronger than the lighter versions in the line.
- Is it suitable for daytime or summer?
- It is usually described as an evening and cool-weather scent. In heat the sweetness can become heavy, so lighter application helps.
- What sizes and versions exist?
- It comes in several bottle sizes, plus flankers such as Le Parfum, Extreme and Illicit Green. Check which version a listing offers, since the flankers smell different.
- Is it unisex?
- It is marketed for women, but the coffee-vanilla profile appeals to some men too. Wear it if you like the scent rather than by label.
- Where is the Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent for Women Eau de Parfum cheapest?
- At Peaktio store, for $49.29, 56% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent for Women Eau de Parfum?
- Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 16 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent for Women Eau de Parfum?
- 12 stores we checked sell it, including Rafaelos, Peaktio store, OWNLY CLUB, Frangrancia, Fixten Store.