Question 1

What's the difference between Spring Breeze and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Spring Breeze is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Clean (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 1 accord: White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Spring Breeze or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Spring Breeze scores 3.85/5 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 Spring Breeze and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 1 accords, including White Floral, Jasmine, 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, Spring Breeze 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 Spring Breeze vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Spring Breeze scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Spring Breeze leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Spring Breeze vs Black Opium

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Spring Breeze (7)

Unique to Black Opium (9)

Shared Accords (1)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Opium

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Attribute	Spring Breeze	Black Opium
Brand	Clean	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2024	2014
Rating	3.85	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	11