Black Opium Illicit Green
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into coffee.
About
Black Opium Illicit Green by Yves Saint Laurent is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women. Black Opium Illicit Green was launched in 2022. Black Opium Illicit Green was created by Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp. Top notes are Pear, Fig Leaf and Green Mandarin; middle notes are Fig, Orange…
Noses: Nathalie Lorson · Olivier Cresp
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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 Illicit Green smell like?
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into coffee. Dominant accords: vanilla, sweet, coffee.
What notes are in Black Opium Illicit Green?
Top: Pear, Fig Leaf, Green Mandarin. Heart: Fig, Orange Blossom, Jasmine. Base: Bourbon Vanilla, Coffee, Patchouli.
How long does Black Opium Illicit Green last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Black Opium Illicit Green loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Black Opium Illicit Green best for?
Fall is the top pick (34%). Winter is second at 32%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Black Opium Illicit Green?
Night wear leads at 57%. Day is a secondary pick at 43%.
Is Black Opium Illicit Green for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 60% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Black Opium Illicit Green?
Composed by Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp. Released in 2022.
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