Question 1

What's the difference between Signature Elixir and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Signature Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montblanc (2025) 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 4 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Signature Elixir or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Signature Elixir scores 4.17/5 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 Signature Elixir and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Vanilla. 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, Signature Elixir 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 Signature Elixir vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Signature Elixir scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Signature Elixir leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Signature Elixir vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (1)

Exclusivas de Signature Elixir (7)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (10)

Acordes compartidos (4)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Signature Elixir	Black Opium
Marca	Montblanc	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2025	2014
Valoración	4.17	3.94
Concentración	Elixir	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	8	11