YSL Black Opium Floral Shock is a flanker to the original Black Opium, offering a fresher, more floral take with citrus (lemon, bergamot) and pear top notes, a white floral heart (gardenia, orange blossom, solar notes), and a base of iced coffee, white musk, and amberwood, creating a fruity-floral gourmand scent with an "iced coffee" twist, available in various sizes including 1 fl oz (30ml).
Fragrance Profile
Type: Floral Fruity Gourmand, fresh version of Black Opium.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Pear, Freesia.
Heart Notes: Gardenia, Orange Blossom, White Flowers, Solar Notes.
Base Notes: Iced Coffee, White Musk, Amberwood.
Key Characteristics
Fresher Twist: It introduces a "cool sophistication" with zesty citrus and prominent white florals, moving away from the intense coffee/vanilla of the original.
Iced Coffee: Features a unique "iced coffee" accord, a cooler take on the original's coffee note.
Bottle Design: Similar dark bottle to Black Opium, but with fading black sparkles revealing pink.
Who is it for?
Women who enjoy floral and fruity scents but want a fresh, vibrant, and slightly gourmand fragrance.
When to Wear
Versatile for day-to-night wear, suitable for spring, fall, and warmer days due to its fresh opening.