Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme
Yves Saint Laurent

Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme

FloralWoodySweetMuskyCitrusSpicy

Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme by Yves Saint Laurentis a Amber Vanilla fragrance for women. Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme was launched in 2008. Top notes are Ginger, Tangerine, Mandarin Orange and Citruses; middle notes are Magnolia and Jasmine; base notes are Myrhh, Patchouli, Vanilla and Musk.

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)Strong

When to wear Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme

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

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Common questions about Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme

What does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme smell like?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme is a floral, woody, and sweet fragrance. The opening is tangerine, mandarin orange, and ginger. the heart settles on magnolia, jasmine, and citruses. the dry-down rests on myrhh, patchouli, and vanilla.

How long does Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme last on skin?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme 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 Poesie de Chine pour Femme?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme 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 Poesie de Chine pour Femme?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme 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 Poesie de Chine pour Femme 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 Poesie de Chine pour Femme worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme fits collectors looking for floral, woody, and sweet signature. ScentCast members can add Yves Saint Laurent Opium Poesie de Chine pour Femme 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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