***Why did I purchase this? & How much?*** Ever since I gave birth to my son my taste in perfume have changed dramatically from the light floral/citrus scents to deeper muskier/oriental/leather aromas. All the perfumes that I had previously worn were handed out to colleagues/friends as either my skin chemistry or my sense of scent had changed and what I previously adored I now was repelled by to the point of feeling nauseas. I purchased an Opium set (30mL EDT and 50mL Body moisturiser) just after Christmas as it was the only fragrance in Boots that I sprayed which I instantly adored and it developed on my skin into a warm, deep, spiced mandarin ...  Read the complete review

Just recently I took a wad of cash out with me and I splashed it about a bit. I noticed that I was running low on a few 'posh' bits and bobs smelly wise due to the fact I've been dating so I used up all my good stuff and simply felt like topping myself back up! My Mum has used Opium for many years and although I love the rich aroma of it I feel that the perfume is it a bit too heavy and mature for me but I did have the brain wave of getting some shower gel and some moisturiser to use, so I could smell of it but not pong to high heaven of it! The Packaging: Well it comes in a 200ml bottle (There may be other sizes but I haven't seen them) ...  Read the complete review