Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine
Yves Saint Laurent

Opium Orchidee de Chine

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Opium Orchidée de Chine by Yves Saint Laurentis a Amber Floral fragrance for women. Opium Orchidée de Chine was launched in 2007. Top notes are Spices, Mandarin Orange and Neroli; middle notes are Orchid, Carnation and Jasmine; base notes are Nutmeg, Amber, Vanilla, Iris 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
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Opium Orchidee de Chine

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

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Common questions about Opium Orchidee de Chine

What does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine smell like?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine is a floral, musky, and sweet fragrance. The opening is neroli and mandarin orange. the heart settles on iris, orchid, and carnation. the dry-down rests on amber, vanilla, and patchouli.

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine last on skin?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine 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 Opium Orchidee de Chine?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine 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 Opium Orchidee de Chine?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine 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 Orchidee de Chine 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 Orchidee de Chine worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine fits collectors looking for floral, musky, and sweet signature. ScentCast members can add Yves Saint Laurent Opium Orchidee de Chine 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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