Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
White Floral
100%
Amber
97%
Citrus
82%
Smoky
59%
Woody
59%
Warm Spicy
57%
Sweet
57%
Balsamic
56%
Fresh Spicy
55%
Soft Spicy
55%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (White Floral, Amber, and Citrus) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With White Floral, Amber, Citrus, and Smoky 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 White Floral, Amber, Citrus, and Smoky 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
Opium Vapeurs de ParfumbyYves Saint Laurentis a Amber Floral fragrance for women.Opium Vapeurs de Parfumwas 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.Yves Saint Laurent launches a new version of the Opium perfume in April 2012. The fragrance is called Opium Vapeurs de Parfum or "fragrant fumes," representing a balance of sensual and luminous, warm oriental notes and the freshness of the Mediterranean. Opium becomes gentle, caressing and light, while retanining its distinctive oriental and spicy character.The composition embodies the contrast of white flowers and resins. It starts with freshness of mandarin and pink pepper. Orange blossom and Sambac jasmine in the heart lead to the base of incense, nutmeg, amber, vanilla and light woods.Available as 50, 75 and 125 ml Eau de Toilette Legere.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Opium Vapeurs de Parfum 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
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- 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.