Question 1

What's the difference between Lavender Milk Tea and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Lavender Milk Tea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Elysian (2024) dominated by Lavender 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: Warm Spicy, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Lavender Milk Tea or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lavender Milk Tea scores 3.83/5 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 Lavender Milk Tea and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Warm Spicy, Sweet, Vanilla, Orange Blossom. 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, Lavender Milk Tea 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 Lavender Milk Tea vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Lavender Milk Tea scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Lavender Milk Tea leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Lavender Milk Tea vs Black Opium

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Lavender Milk Tea (9)

Unique to Black Opium (10)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Opium

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Attribute	Lavender Milk Tea	Black Opium
Brand	Elysian	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2024	2014
Rating	3.83	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	11