Question 1

What's the difference between Madison Avenue and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Madison Avenue is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bond No 9 (2016) 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, Madison Avenue or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Madison Avenue scores 4.03/5 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 Madison Avenue and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Jasmine, Patchouli. 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, Madison Avenue 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 Madison Avenue vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Madison Avenue scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Madison Avenue leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Madison Avenue vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (2)

Μοναδικές στο Madison Avenue (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (9)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Madison Avenue	Black Opium
Οίκος	Bond No 9	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2016	2014
Βαθμολογία	4.03	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	11