Question 1

What's the difference between Lara and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Lara is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rovena (undated) dominated by Citrus 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: Soft Spicy, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Lara or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lara 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 Lara and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Soft Spicy, Sweet, Woody, Orange Blossom, Licorice. 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, Lara 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 Lara vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Lara scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Lara leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Lara vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Lara (5)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Lara	Black Opium
Οίκος	Rovena	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	—	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.50	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	11