Question 1

What's the difference between Santa Barbara Strawberry and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Santa Barbara Strawberry is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nest (2025) 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, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Santa Barbara Strawberry or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Santa Barbara Strawberry scores 3.87/5 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 Santa Barbara Strawberry 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, Santa Barbara Strawberry 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 Santa Barbara Strawberry vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Santa Barbara Strawberry scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Santa Barbara Strawberry leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Santa Barbara Strawberry vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Black Opium (11)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Santa Barbara Strawberry	Black Opium
Marke	Nest	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2025	2014
Bewertung	3.87	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	11