Question 1

What's the difference between Red Cherry and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Red Cherry is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Castelbajac (2020) dominated by Sweet 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: Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Red Cherry or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Red Cherry scores 3.52/5 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 Red Cherry and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Vanilla. 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, Red Cherry 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 Red Cherry vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Red Cherry scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Red Cherry leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Red Cherry vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Red Cherry (3)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (10)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Red Cherry	Black Opium
Οίκος	Castelbajac	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2020	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.52	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	4	11