Question 1

What's the difference between On A Date and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

On A Date is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2022) 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, Woody, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, On A Date or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, On A Date scores 3.55/5 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 On A Date and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Soft Spicy, Pink Pepper, 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, On A Date 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 On A Date vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

On A Date scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. On A Date leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

On A Date vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (2)

Μοναδικές στο On A Date (8)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (9)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

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Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	On A Date	Black Opium
Οίκος	Maison Martin Margiela	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2022	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.55	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	10	11