Question 1

What's the difference between Dark Amber and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dark Amber is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Birkholz (2021) dominated by Vanilla 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: Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Dark Amber or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dark Amber scores 4.29/5 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 Dark Amber and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Warm Spicy, Jasmine. 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, Dark Amber 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 Dark Amber vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dark Amber scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Dark Amber leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Dark Amber לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (2)

ייחודי לDark Amber (7)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (9)

אקורדים משותפים (4)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Dark Amber	Black Opium
מותג	Birkholz	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	2021	2014
דירוג	4.29	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	9	11