Opium Fraîcheur d'Orient
7.8Yves Saint Laurent · 1998
Fresh · Citrus · Floral
Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fraîcheur d'Orient is a spicy, feminine fragrance from 1998, now discontinued, where mandarin orange, cinnamon and ginger sit over the warmth of amber and patchouli.
Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, though the vote counts are small, so treat these as rough. Seasonal votes spread across all four, with fall slightly ahead. It is chosen mostly for leisure time and evenings out. Most voters find it feminine, with some calling it classic.
The notes read as one whole: mandarin orange and coriander bring freshness, while cinnamon, ginger and pepper add spice. Jasmine and carnation give a floral touch, and amber, patchouli, musk, resins and woody notes set an oriental base. Fresh citrus and resinous accords sit side by side. Black Angel and Noir Epices have a close profile.