Eau de parfum

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Floral Shock

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Identity and Release History

Imagine a fragrance that from the first breath captures hearts and sparks a wave of discussions – this is Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Floral Shock.

Released in 2017, this perfume became a vibrant addition to the iconic Black Opium collection from the legendary house of Yves Saint Laurent.

The brand, founded on courage, provocation, and emancipation, continues to surprise the world, and Floral Shock is the embodiment of its bold spirit in a floral frame.

If you are looking for a description of the Black Opium Floral Shock fragrance, you've come to the right place: it is a passionate and inspiring flanker that reinterprets the classic.

Positioning and Character

This perfume is positioned as a feminine fragrance, perfectly suited for modern girls who are not afraid to stand out.

The concentration of eau de parfum ensures richness and longevity, while a medium trail leaves a trail of intrigue without overwhelming others.

Black Opium Floral Shock belongs to the floral, fruity, and oriental families, making it versatile for evening outings or special occasions.

It is complimentary and recognizable, with a bright start that smoothly transitions into a sensual base.

Authors and Creative Approach

Behind the creation of this masterpiece are outstanding perfumers: Honorine Blanc, Marie Salamagne, Nathalie Lorson, and Olivier Cresp.

Their collaborative work brought notes of boldness and sophistication to the fragrance, reflecting the DNA of the Yves Saint Laurent brand.

The influence of Black Opium Floral Shock on the perfume industry is noticeable: it strengthened the trend towards floral-oriental compositions and showed how to update a classic while preserving its essence.

Similar Fragrances for Inspiration

If you liked Black Opium Floral Shock, be sure to try these similar fragrances: the original Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium for deeper coffee accents, Paco Rabanne Olympéa with marine and floral notes, and Dolce & Gabbana The Only One for a sweet-spicy mood.

Each of them offers a unique perspective on modern feminine perfumery.

For purchase or more detailed information, visit the official Yves Saint Laurent website.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

The fragrance pyramid of Black Opium Floral Shock is a true journey through layers of sensuality.

The top notes open with fresh and fruity accents: bergamot, freesia, lemon and pear create a playful and optimistic start.

In the heart of the composition, luxurious white flowers unfold, including gardenia and orange blossom (fleur de orange), complemented by solar notes for a warm glow.

The base anchors the fragrance with deep and sensual chords: cashmeran, coffee and musk (white musk) create a lasting and seductive finish.

The notes are grouped into categories such as citrus, floral, fruity, gourmand, mineral, musky and white floral, which highlights the multifaceted nature of the composition.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Yves Saint Laurent
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country France
Website https://yslbeauty.com
Year of production 2017
Status Limited edition
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder L'Oréal

Composition pyramid

Bergamot
Freesia
Lemon
Gardenia
Orange blossom
Solar notes
Cashmeran
Coffee
Musk

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
9%
Unisex
19%
Female
72%
What kind of event
Date
17%
Wedding
10%
Sport
13%
Sleep
0%
For party
13%
For every day
13%
Sex
13%
For Holiday
3%
Theatre
10%
Office
7%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
38%
Spring
Spring
25%
Summer
Summer
25%
Autumn
Autumn
12%
For what style / mood
Casual
12%
Gala
25%
Classic
31%
Avant-garde
6%
Romantic
6%
Sporty
19%
For what age
under 18
18%
18-25 years old
12%
26-35 years old
29%
36-45 years
24%
46+ years old
12%
Any
6%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
6%
Enter the cloud
19%
1-2 atomisations
44%
2-3 atomisations
19%
3-4 atomisations
6%
4-5 sprays
6%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
11%
On the wrist
19%
On the knees
4%
On the back of the neck
15%
Behind the ears
15%
On the elbow
11%
On the abdomen
4%
On the back of the hand
4%
On clothes
15%
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4%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
6%
Enter the cloud
19%
1-2 atomisations
44%
2-3 atomisations
19%
3-4 atomisations
6%
4-5 sprays
6%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
33%
Exoticism
5%
Luxury
14%
Euphoria
10%
Passion
24%
Joy
14%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
High quality
4
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