Question 1

What's the difference between Cherished and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Cherished is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Flower Drew Barrymore (2014) dominated by Powdery 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: Vanilla, Woody, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Cherished or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cherished scores 3.95/5 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 Cherished and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, 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, Cherished 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 Cherished vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Cherished vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Cherished (8)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (10)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Cherished	Black Opium
Οίκος	Flower Drew Barrymore	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2014	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.95	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	11