Question 1

What's the difference between Abbey and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Abbey is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from English Laundry (2021) 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 5 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Woody, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Abbey or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Abbey scores 3.89/5 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 Abbey and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, White Floral, Vanilla. Black Opium: Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Abbey 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 Abbey vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Abbey vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (5)

Μοναδικές στο Abbey (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (6)

Κοινά ακόρντα (5)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Abbey	Black Opium
Οίκος	English Laundry	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2021	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.89	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	12	11