Question 1

What's the difference between Rives and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Rives is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ellis Brooklyn (2017) dominated by White Floral 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 2 accords: White Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Rives or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rives scores 3.07/5 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 Rives and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including White Floral, Woody, Orange Blossom, Cashmir Wood. 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, Rives 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 Rives vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Rives vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (2)

Exclusivas de Rives (4)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (9)

Acordes compartidos (2)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Rives	Black Opium
Marca	Ellis Brooklyn	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2017	2014
Valoración	3.07	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	6	11