Shameless Indulgence

YVES Saint Laurent Opium is an iconic scent that was created in 1977 — but it’s still sold on beauty counters today.

However, if the classic fragrance is too heavy for you, try the modern update — Black Opium — which is fast becoming a favourite with a younger audience.

The new collector’s edition of the scent, Black Opium Pure Illusion (£61, theperfumeshop.com) keeps the basic winning formula of sweet black coffee combined with creamywhite musk, orange blossom, patchouli and cedarwood, but in a stunning striped, glittery bottle. It exudes classic glamour and gives an exciting twist to a scent that is fast becoming as iconic as the original.