Question 1

What's the difference between 18 Orchid and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

18 Orchid is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Perry Ellis (2006) 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 5 accords: Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, 18 Orchid or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 18 Orchid scores 3.97/5 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 18 Orchid and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral, Warm Spicy. Black Opium: Black Opium von YSL wird von der r/fragrance-Community als beliebte Statement-Duftauswahl anerkannt, besonders als Beispiel für einen kühnen Abendduft.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 18 Orchid 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 18 Orchid vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

18 Orchid scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. 18 Orchid leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

18 Orchid vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (2)

Einzigartig für 18 Orchid (6)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (9)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	18 Orchid	Black Opium
Marke	Perry Ellis	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2006	2014
Bewertung	3.97	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	8	11