Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai
Yves Saint Laurent

Opium Fleur de Shanghai

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Opium Fleur de Shanghai by Yves Saint Laurentis a Amber Floral fragrance for women. Opium Fleur de Shanghai was launched in 2005. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Myrrh, Carnation, Magnolia and Star Jasmine; base notes are Amber, Vanilla and Patchouli.

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
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear Opium Fleur de Shanghai

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

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Common questions about Opium Fleur de Shanghai

What does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai smell like?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai is a resinous, floral, and musky fragrance. The opening is orange and mandarin orange. the heart settles on carnation, magnolia, and star jasmine. the dry-down rests on myrrh, amber, and vanilla.

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai last on skin?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai 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 Opium Fleur de Shanghai?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai projects at a moderate level (3/5 sillage). Expect it to be noticeable within arm's reach without overpowering the room.

When should I wear Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai 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 Opium Fleur de Shanghai 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 Opium Fleur de Shanghai worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai fits collectors looking for resinous, floral, and musky signature. ScentCast members can add Yves Saint Laurent Opium Fleur de Shanghai 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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