Question 1

What's the difference between Bittersweet and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Bittersweet is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tokyo Milk Parfumerie Curiosite (2011) dominated by Sweet 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: Sweet, Warm Spicy, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Bittersweet or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bittersweet scores 4.05/5 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 Bittersweet and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Bittersweet 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 Bittersweet vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Bittersweet scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Bittersweet leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Bittersweet vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Black Opium (11)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Bittersweet	Black Opium
Marke	Tokyo Milk Parfumerie Curiosite	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2011	2014
Bewertung	4.05	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	11