Question 1

What's the difference between Keep Dreaming and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Keep Dreaming is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ghost (2024) dominated by White Floral 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 6 accords: White Floral, Fruity, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Keep Dreaming or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Keep Dreaming scores 3.79/5 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 Keep Dreaming and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 6 accords, including White Floral, Fruity, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy. 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, Keep Dreaming 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 Keep Dreaming vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Keep Dreaming scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Keep Dreaming leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Keep Dreaming vs Black Opium

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Keep Dreaming (6)

Unique to Black Opium (8)

Shared Accords (6)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Opium

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Attribute	Keep Dreaming	Black Opium
Brand	Ghost	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2024	2014
Rating	3.79	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	11