Question 1

What's the difference between Gaultier Divine Elixir and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Gaultier Divine Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Paul Gaultier (2025) dominated by Vanilla 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, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Gaultier Divine Elixir or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gaultier Divine Elixir scores 3.92/5 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 Gaultier Divine Elixir and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral, Jasmine, 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, Gaultier Divine Elixir 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 Gaultier Divine Elixir vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Gaultier Divine Elixir scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Gaultier Divine Elixir leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Gaultier Divine Elixir vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Gaultier Divine Elixir (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Gaultier Divine Elixir	Black Opium
Οίκος	Jean Paul Gaultier	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2025	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.92	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	Elixir	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	10	11