Question 1

What's the difference between Lemon Curd and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Lemon Curd is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Brocard (2018) 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, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Lemon Curd or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lemon Curd scores 3.64/5 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 Lemon Curd and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Vanilla, Jasmine. 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, Lemon Curd 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 Lemon Curd vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Lemon Curd vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Lemon Curd (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Lemon Curd	Black Opium
Οίκος	Brocard	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2018	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.64	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	10	11