Black Opium Dazzling Lights Edition by Yves Saint Laurent bottle
Yves Saint Laurent

Black Opium Dazzling Lights Edition

3.9/5 · 28 votes Unisex 2017
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Longevity2.7/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day23
Night100
Winter54
Fall46
Spring31
Summer31
Our take

Black Opium Dazzling Lights Edition opens with pink pepper and pear over orange blossom. The pepper brings a sharp bite that cuts through the fruit, while the pear adds a juicy softness that does not turn sugary. Orange blossom sits in the background, lending a clean white floral lift that keeps the start from feeling heavy.

The heart shifts toward coffee and almond, with jasmine and licorice supporting them. Coffee gives a roasted depth that anchors the middle, and almond smooths the edges with a mild creaminess. Jasmine adds a floral brightness that prevents the darker notes from dominating, while licorice introduces a faint herbal sting that keeps the blend from settling into something purely gourmand. Vanilla and patchouli lead the base, followed by cashmere wood and cedar. Vanilla carries the sweetness forward, patchouli adds an earthy weight, and the woods provide a dry, slightly resinous finish that lingers after the sweeter elements fade.

This is a scent built for evenings out, when the air is cooler and the pace slows. The mix of coffee, vanilla and woods creates a warm, slightly moody presence that fits dimly lit streets and late plans. The main drawback is the licorice, which can feel sharp and slightly out of place against the soft vanilla and almond.

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