Question 1

What's the difference between Crescent Bay and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Crescent Bay is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Hollister (2014) dominated by Aquatic 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: Woody, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Crescent Bay or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Crescent Bay scores 4.37/5 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 Crescent Bay 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, Crescent Bay 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 Crescent Bay vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Crescent Bay scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Crescent Bay leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Crescent Bay vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Black Opium (11)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

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Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Crescent Bay	Black Opium
Marke	Hollister	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2014	2014
Bewertung	4.37	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	11