Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket
Yves Saint Laurent

Black Opium Snake Jacket

GourmandFloralWoodySpicyFruity

Black Opium Snake Jacket by Yves Saint Laurentis a Amber Vanilla fragrance for women. Black Opium Snake Jacket was launched in 2020. Black Opium Snake Jacket was created by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp and Honorine Blanc. Top notes are Pear, Orange Blossom and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Licorice, Coffee, Almond and Jasmine; base notes are Patchouli, Vanila, Cedar and Cashmere Wood.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Black Opium Snake Jacket

Best seasons
🌸Spring🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Date nightEveningFormal

ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Black Opium Snake Jacket is the right pick.

Fragrances similar to Black Opium Snake Jacket

Share the most signature heart and base notes with Black Opium Snake Jacket.

Other fragrances from Yves Saint Laurent

See the full Yves Saint Laurent collection →

Common questions about Black Opium Snake Jacket

What does Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket smell like?+

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket is a gourmand, floral, and woody fragrance. The opening is orange blossom and pear. the heart settles on licorice, almond, and jasmine. the dry-down rests on coffee, patchouli, and vanila.

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket last on skin?+

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 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 Black Opium Snake Jacket?+

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket 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 Black Opium Snake Jacket?+

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket is best worn during spring, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to date night, evening, 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 Black Opium Snake Jacket 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 Black Opium Snake Jacket worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket fits collectors looking for gourmand, floral, and woody signature. ScentCast members can add Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Snake Jacket 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.

Now live on iOS & Android

Add Black Opium Snake Jacket to your ScentCast collection

ScentCast learns your collection and picks the right scent for the weather, the occasion, and your mood — automatically. Start with a 1-week free trial.

Free to download. Premium is $3.99/wk or $39.99/yr (7-day free trial on annual).