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 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, 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

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (1)

Uniques à Dark Purple (8)

Uniques à Black Opium (10)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Opium

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Dark Purple	Black Opium
Marque	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
Année	2011	2014
Évaluation	3.69	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	9	11