Question 1

What's the difference between Borea and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Borea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tiziana Terenzi (2019) 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 4 accords: White Floral, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Borea or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Borea scores 3.78/5 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 Borea and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Pear. Black Opium: Black Opium d'YSL est reconnu par la communauté r/fragrance comme un choix de parfum déclaration populaire, particulièrement mentionné comme exemple d'un scent soirée audacieux.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Borea 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 Borea vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Borea vs Black Opium

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (4)

Uniques à Borea (8)

Uniques à Black Opium (7)

Accords communs (4)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Opium

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Borea	Black Opium
Marque	Tiziana Terenzi	Yves Saint Laurent
Année	2019	2014
Évaluation	3.78	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	12	11