Question 1

What's the difference between Meadow and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Meadow is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Skylar (2017) 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 2 accords: White Floral, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Meadow or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Meadow scores 3.56/5 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 Meadow and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Black Opium: Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Meadow 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 Meadow vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Meadow vs Black Opium

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à Black Opium (11)

Accords communs (2)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Opium

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Meadow	Black Opium
Marque	Skylar	Yves Saint Laurent
Année	2017	2014
Évaluation	3.56	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	0	11