Question 1

What's the difference between Pear Jam and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Pear Jam is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nette (2024) 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, Pear Jam or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Pear Jam scores 3.18/5 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 Pear Jam and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Pear, 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, Pear Jam 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 Pear Jam vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Pear Jam scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Pear Jam leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Pear Jam vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Pear Jam (8)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Pear Jam	Black Opium
Οίκος	Nette	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2024	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.18	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	11	11