Question 1

What's the difference between Gardenia Reale and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Gardenia Reale is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bottega Verde (undated) dominated by Caramel 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 2 accords: Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Gardenia Reale or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gardenia Reale scores 3.91/5 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 Gardenia Reale and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Cedar. 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, Gardenia Reale 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 Gardenia Reale vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Gardenia Reale vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Gardenia Reale (6)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (10)

Κοινά ακόρντα (2)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Gardenia Reale	Black Opium
Οίκος	Bottega Verde	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	—	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.91	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	7	11