Question 1

What's the difference between Absolut Oud and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Absolut Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from I LOVE (2025) dominated by Amber 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: Vanilla, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Absolut Oud or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Absolut Oud scores 4.00/5 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 Absolut Oud and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Vanilla. 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, Absolut Oud 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 Absolut Oud vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Absolut Oud scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Absolut Oud leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Absolut Oud vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (1)

Einzigartig für Absolut Oud (6)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (10)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Absolut Oud	Black Opium
Marke	I LOVE	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2025	2014
Bewertung	4.00	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	7	11