Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Orchid Powder is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2018) 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, White Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Orchid Powder or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Orchid Powder scores 3.52/5 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 Orchid Powder 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, Orchid Powder 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 Orchid Powder vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Orchid Powder scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Orchid Powder leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Orchid Powder 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	Orchid Powder	Black Opium
Marke	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2018	2014
Bewertung	3.52	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	11