Question 1

What's the difference between TO BE The Queen and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

TO BE The Queen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Police (2013) dominated by Fruity 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 4 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, TO BE The Queen or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, TO BE The Queen scores 3.59/5 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 TO BE The Queen and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Vanilla, Jasmine. 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, TO BE The Queen 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 TO BE The Queen vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

TO BE The Queen scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. TO BE The Queen leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

TO BE The Queen vs Black Opium

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to TO BE The Queen (8)

Unique to Black Opium (7)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Opium

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Attribute	TO BE The Queen	Black Opium
Brand	Police	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2013	2014
Rating	3.59	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	11