Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Over Red

Product Overview

Black Opium Over Red by Yves Saint Laurent brings a vivid red twist to the iconic Black Opium collection, introducing cherry into the fragrance’s unmistakable coffee and vanilla universe.

Created as a more playful and tempting interpretation of the original, Over Red takes the familiar after-dark character of Black Opium and gives it a juicy, colourful new identity. The contrast between succulent fruit, luminous white florals and the collection’s signature gourmand depth creates a fragrance that feels bold, seductive and instantly recognisable as Black Opium.

Black Opium Over Red is made for those who love the original’s addictive character but want its signature dressed in something fruitier, brighter and more provocative.

What Does Black Opium Over Red Smell Like?

Black Opium Over Red opens with succulent cherry and fresh green mandarin. The cherry feels juicy, sweet and slightly tart, while the citrus adds brightness and keeps the fruit lively.

As it develops, orange blossom and jasmine sambac introduce a radiant white floral character. Black tea adds a darker aromatic nuance, creating depth between the bright fruit and richer gourmand base.

In the dry down, Madagascar vanilla blends with dark roasted coffee and Indonesian patchouli leaf. The vanilla softens the coffee with creamy sweetness, while patchouli provides earthy depth and structure. The result is a fruity floral gourmand with juicy cherry, rich coffee and smooth vanilla at its core.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

Cherry, Green Mandarin

Heart Notes

Orange Blossom, Jasmine Sambac, Black Tea

Base Notes

Madagascar Vanilla, Coffee, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf

Fragrance Family

Floral Fruity Gourmand

When to Wear Black Opium Over Red

Black Opium Over Red is especially suited to autumn and winter, when its cherry, coffee and vanilla feel rich and inviting.

Its combination of juicy fruit and sensual gourmand notes makes it particularly well suited to evenings, date nights and nights out, while the fresh citrus and florals give it enough brightness for daytime wear too.

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