Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Sweet
100%
Coffee
100%
Vanilla
98%
Almond
93%
Woody
87%
Warm Spicy
84%
Fruity
81%
White Floral
76%
Soft Spicy
76%
Nutty
68%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Sweet, Coffee, and Vanilla) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Sweet, Coffee, Vanilla, and Almond among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Sweet, Coffee, Vanilla, and Almond among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
Black Opium Pure IllusionbyYves Saint Laurentis a Amber Vanilla fragrance for women.Black Opium Pure Illusionwas launched in 2017. Black Opium Pure Illusion was created by Nathalie Lorson, Olivier Cresp, Marie Salamagne and Honorine Blanc. Top notes are Pear, Pink Pepper and Orange Blossom; middle notes are Coffee, Almond, Jasmine and Licorice; base notes are Vanilla, Cedar, Patchouli and Cashmere Wood.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Black Opium Pure Illusion office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Deeper woods and resins often feel natural in cooler months; they can feel heavy in extreme heat.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.