Question 1

What's the difference between Dark Purple and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dark Purple is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2011) 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, Dark Purple or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dark Purple scores 3.69/5 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 Dark Purple and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Patchouli. Black Opium: Black Opium de YSL es reconocido por la comunidad de r/fragrance como una opción de fragancia de declaración popular, particularmente mencionado como ejemplo de un aroma nocturno audaz.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Dark Purple 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 Dark Purple vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dark Purple scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Dark Purple leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Dark Purple vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (1)

Exclusivas de Dark Purple (8)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (10)

Acordes compartidos (3)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Dark Purple	Black Opium
Marca	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2011	2014
Valoración	3.69	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	9	11