Yves Saint Laurent Opium EDP (original)
4.0
Overall
Accords
warm spicy
amber
balsamic
woody
sweet
smoky
Notes Pyramid
Top
ClovesPepperCorianderWest Indian BayPlumJasmineMandarin OrangeBergamotCitruses
Heart
CarnationCinnamonSandalwoodPatchouliOrris RootRosePeachLily-of-the-Valley
Base
IncenseMyrrhSandalwoodTolu BalsamAmberOpoponaxBenzoinLabdanumVanillaMuskCastoreumCedarVetiverCoconut
Community Verdict
Pros & Cons
- ✅ A genuine landmark of 1970s orientalism that still commands attention.
- ✅ Rich, complex spice-floral base with real depth.
- ✅ Outstanding longevity and powerful sillage.
- ✅ Exceptional longevity and sillage.
- ✅ Iconic and instantly recognizable.
- ❌ Dense and heavy — absolutely not a warm-weather fragrance.
- ❌ Classic character may feel dated to younger wearers.
- ❌ The opening can be harsh for some.
- ❌ Can be overwhelming in warm weather or for those sensitive to strong scents.
