Question 1

What's the difference between Violet and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Violet is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marc Jacobs (2015) dominated by Powdery 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, White Floral, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Violet or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Violet scores 4.15/5 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 Violet and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, White Floral, Fruity, Jasmine, 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, Violet 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 Violet vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Violet vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (3)

Exclusivas de Violet (7)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (8)

Acordes compartidos (3)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Violet	Black Opium
Marca	Marc Jacobs	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2015	2014
Valoración	4.15	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	10	11