Black Opium Glitter
sweet up front, then citrus, settling into vanilla.
About
Black Opium Glitter by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. This is a new fragrance. Black Opium Glitter was launched in 2024. Top notes are Pear, Green Mandarin and Lemon; middle note is Orange Blossom; base notes are Vanilla Absolute, Coffee, Marshmallow, Musk and Patchouli. Black…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Black Opium Glitter smell like?
sweet up front, then citrus, settling into vanilla. Dominant accords: sweet, citrus, vanilla.
What notes are in Black Opium Glitter?
Top: Pear, Green Mandarin, Lemon. Heart: Orange Blossom. Base: Vanilla Absolute, Coffee, Marshmallow, Musk, Patchouli.
How long does Black Opium Glitter last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Black Opium Glitter loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Black Opium Glitter best for?
Winter is the top pick (37%). Fall is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Black Opium Glitter?
Night wear leads at 57%. Day is a secondary pick at 43%.
Is Black Opium Glitter for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 77% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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