Question 1

What's the difference between A Sweet Pastry In Paris and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

A Sweet Pastry In Paris is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Zara (2020) dominated by Vanilla accords. Black Opium is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2014) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 3 accords: Vanilla, Sweet, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, A Sweet Pastry In Paris or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, A Sweet Pastry In Paris scores 3.86/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. Black Opium's standout strength: Versatile statement fragrance choice mentioned in community recommendations. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do A Sweet Pastry In Paris and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Soft Spicy, Vanilla. Black Opium: Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, A Sweet Pastry In Paris or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits A Sweet Pastry In Paris vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

A Sweet Pastry In Paris scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. A Sweet Pastry In Paris leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

A Sweet Pastry In Paris vs Black Opium

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to A Sweet Pastry In Paris (2)

Unique to Black Opium (10)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	A Sweet Pastry In Paris	Black Opium
Brand	Zara	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2020	2014
Rating	3.86	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	3	11