Fleur Narcotique לעומת Black Opium

Fleur Narcotique is a well-executed but unremarkable fruity floral that appeals to casual fragrance wearers and generates compliments, though fragrance enthusiasts find it overpriced and lacking originality. The community consensus is that it's pleasant and wearable but not exceptional enough to justify full retail pricing, with many recommending decants or samples first before committing to a full bottle.

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. While it has dedicated fans who appreciate its strong projection and distinctive character, the community acknowledges it's polarizing and not suitable for everyday or versatile wear, with some finding it overly sweet or artificial depending on skin chemistry.