Question 1

What's the difference between Gran Ballo and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Gran Ballo is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2013) 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 3 accords: White Floral, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Gran Ballo or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gran Ballo scores 3.77/5 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 Gran Ballo and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including White Floral, Sweet, Vanilla, Jasmine, Vanilla. 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, Gran Ballo 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 Gran Ballo vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Gran Ballo vs Black Opium

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (2)

Uniques à Gran Ballo (7)

Uniques à Black Opium (9)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Opium

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Gran Ballo	Black Opium
Marque	Xerjoff	Yves Saint Laurent
Année	2013	2014
Évaluation	3.77	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	9	11