Question 1

What's the difference between Ritual Spirit and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Ritual Spirit is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Cursed (2023) dominated by Tobacco 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: Sweet, Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Ritual Spirit or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ritual Spirit scores 3.74/5 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 Ritual Spirit and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Fruity. 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, Ritual Spirit 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 Ritual Spirit vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Ritual Spirit vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (1)

Einzigartig für Ritual Spirit (8)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (10)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Ritual Spirit	Black Opium
Marke	Cursed	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2023	2014
Bewertung	3.74	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	masculine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	9	11