Question 1

What's the difference between Joséphine and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Joséphine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from VeraLab (2020) 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, Joséphine or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Joséphine scores 3.50/5 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 Joséphine and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Joséphine 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 Joséphine vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Joséphine scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Joséphine leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Joséphine vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Μοναδικές στο Joséphine (8)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (11)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Joséphine	Black Opium
Οίκος	VeraLab	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2020	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.50	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	8	11