Question 1

What's the difference between Oscar Velvet and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Oscar Velvet is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Oscar de la Renta (2016) 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 5 accords: Fruity, Vanilla, White Floral, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Oscar Velvet or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oscar Velvet scores 4.05/5 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 Oscar Velvet and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Vanilla, White Floral, Sweet, Woody. 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, Oscar Velvet 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 Oscar Velvet vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Oscar Velvet scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Oscar Velvet leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Oscar Velvet vs Black Opium

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (5)

Uniques à Oscar Velvet (12)

Uniques à Black Opium (6)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Opium

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Oscar Velvet	Black Opium
Marque	Oscar de la Renta	Yves Saint Laurent
Année	2016	2014
Évaluation	4.05	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	17	11