Question 1

What's the difference between Colour and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Colour is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from La Rive (undated) 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 5 accords: White Floral, Vanilla, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Colour or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Colour scores 3.91/5 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 Colour and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including White Floral, Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Fruity. 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, Colour 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 Colour vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Colour לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (2)

ייחודי לColour (4)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (9)

אקורדים משותפים (5)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Colour	Black Opium
מותג	La Rive	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	—	2014
דירוג	3.91	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	6	11