Question 1

What's the difference between Fruity Brown Sugar and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fruity Brown Sugar is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dossier (2022) dominated by Sweet 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 5 accords: Sweet, Fruity, White Floral, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Fruity Brown Sugar or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fruity Brown Sugar scores 3.72/5 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 Fruity Brown Sugar and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, White Floral, Vanilla, Woody. 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, Fruity Brown Sugar 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 Fruity Brown Sugar vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fruity Brown Sugar scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Fruity Brown Sugar leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Fruity Brown Sugar vs Black Opium

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (5)

Unique to Fruity Brown Sugar (4)

Unique to Black Opium (6)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Opium

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Attribute	Fruity Brown Sugar	Black Opium
Brand	Dossier	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2022	2014
Rating	3.72	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	11