Question 1

What's the difference between Secret Duchess and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Secret Duchess is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Oakcha (undated) 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, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Secret Duchess or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Secret Duchess scores 4.41/5 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 Secret Duchess and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Fruity, Jasmine, 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, Secret Duchess 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 Secret Duchess vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Secret Duchess scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Secret Duchess leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Secret Duchess vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (2)

Μοναδικές στο Secret Duchess (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (9)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Secret Duchess	Black Opium
Οίκος	Oakcha	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	—	2014
Βαθμολογία	4.41	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	11