About Opium Perfume For Women
Opium is a women's perfume from 1977 that focuses on a clean, wearable fragrance style. It starts bright with Mandarin orange, Bergamot/hesperides, and Plum, moves into Jasmine, Rose, and Carnation, and settles on Vanilla, Patchouli, and Sandalwood. The result is a versatile scent profile that feels comfortable and put‑together without shouting.
Composed by Jean Amic, Jean-Louis Sieuzac, this Eau de Toilette builds a clear structure: a vivid opening, a defined heart, and a calm base. It’s a practical choice if you like a fragrance that reads fresh at first spray, then softens into a steady signature during the day.
Seasonally, Opium works best in temperate to cooler months for the spices and woods, but the scent is flexible enough to use year‑round with lighter spraying in the heat and slightly more in the cold. Think daily office wear, daytime errands, relaxed dinners, and weekend events.
Opium Fragrance Profile & Notes
- Top Notes: Mandarin orange, Bergamot/hesperides, Plum, Clove, Coriander, Pepper, Bay leaf, Pimento
- Heart Notes: Jasmine, Rose, Carnation, Lily of the valley, Ylang-ylang, Peach, Orris, Cinnamon, Myrrh
- Base Notes: Vanilla, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Myrrh, Opopanax, Labdanum, Benzoin, Castoreum, Amber, Frankincense/Olibanum, Musk, Tolu balsam, Cedar
If you enjoy aquatic and citrus directions, Opium offers a familiar yet dependable take. It’s not overly sweet and avoids heavy gourmand effects, which helps the fragrance wear clean and wearable in a wide range of settings.
Performance & Longevity of Opium Perfume
Expect around 5–7 hours for Eau de Toilette (EDT) and 7–10 hours for Eau de Parfum (EDP), depending on skin and weather. Apply to clean, moisturized skin on pulse points (sides of neck, chest, wrists). A light respray in late afternoon refreshes the scent without overwhelming. Storage tip: keep the bottle in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the fragrance quality.
Opium offers reliable wear time, with EDT typically lasting 6–8 hours and EDP formulations extending closer to 9–10 hours depending on skin and climate. Projection is noticeable in the opening and settles to a moderate sillage. Its composition works best in cooler seasons or evenings, though lighter application makes it suitable for daily wear.
Why Choose Opium Perfume?
Opium stands out for offering authentic fragrance quality at a competitive price point. Buying online from The Perfume Shop ensures discounts, free shipping, and genuine packaging, giving you peace of mind and great value. It’s an excellent option for shoppers who want both affordability and trusted sourcing.
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What’s the difference between Perfume, Eau de Parfum, Eau de Toilette and Cologne?
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Perfume (Parfum/Extrait) highest oil about 15-30% with richest scent and longest wear using few sprays.
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Eau de Parfum (EDP) mid to high oil about 10-15% offering long-lasting balanced wear for daily use.
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Eau de Toilette (EDT) medium to light oil about 5-20% lighter projection and easy to reapply.
- Cologne (EdC) light oil about 2-5% fresh feel and shorter wear for quick refreshes.
How should I store my fragrance?
Keep bottles sealed, in a cool, dry, dark place, ideally inside their boxes, to help them last longer.
