What's the difference between Cardamom Coffee and Black Opium?+
Cardamom Coffee is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lush (2016) dominated by Warm Spicy 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: Warm Spicy, Coffee, Woody, Soft Spicy.
Which is better, Cardamom Coffee or Black Opium?+
By community rating, Cardamom Coffee scores 3.84/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Cardamom Coffee sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). Cardamom Coffee's standout strength: Unique and distinctive cardamom-coffee scent profile. 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.
Do Cardamom Coffee and Black Opium smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Cardamom Coffee: Cardamom Coffee by Lush receives minimal but positive mentions in the r/fragrance community, with users appreciating its distinctive and intense scent profile. 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.
Which lasts longer, Cardamom Coffee or Black Opium?+
Cardamom Coffee: Good longevity for a body spray or fragrance Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Cardamom Coffee vs Black Opium?+
Cardamom Coffee scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Cardamom Coffee leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.
