Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Royal Orchid is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Theodoros Kalotinis (2019) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Royal Orchid or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Royal Orchid scores 3.69/5 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 Royal Orchid and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Warm Spicy, Patchouli. 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, Royal Orchid 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 Royal Orchid vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Orchid scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Royal Orchid leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Royal Orchid vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (1)

Einzigartig für Royal Orchid (3)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (10)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Royal Orchid	Black Opium
Marke	Theodoros Kalotinis	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2019	2014
Bewertung	3.69	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	4	11