Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium
Yves Saint Laurent

Belle d'Opium

FloralSpicyFruityWoodyMuskySweetResinousCitrusLeather

Belle d'Opium by Yves Saint Laurentis a Amber Woody fragrance for women. Belle d'Opium was launched in 2010. Belle d'Opium was created by Honorine Blanc and Alberto Morillas. Top notes are Casablanca Lily, Gardenia, Jasmine and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Incense, Fruity Notes, White Pepper, Tobacco, Peach and Rose; base notes are Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber and Vanilla.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Belle d'Opium

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Belle d'Opium

What does Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium smell like?+

Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium is a floral, spicy, and fruity fragrance. The opening is white pepper and mandarin orange. the heart settles on casablanca lily, fruity notes, and peach. the dry-down rests on sandalwood, patchouli, and amber.

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium last on skin?+

Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium is estimated to last 6–8 hrs on skin (a 4/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium?+

Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium?+

Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium fits collectors looking for floral, spicy, and fruity signature. ScentCast members can add Yves Saint Laurent Belle d'Opium to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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