Question 1

What's the difference between Sweet Hope and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Sweet Hope is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from La Rive (2018) 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, Fruity, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Sweet Hope or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sweet Hope scores 3.85/5 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 Sweet Hope and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Fruity, Woody, 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, Sweet Hope 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 Sweet Hope vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Sweet Hope scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Sweet Hope leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Sweet Hope לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (3)

ייחודי לSweet Hope (10)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (8)

אקורדים משותפים (4)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Sweet Hope	Black Opium
מותג	La Rive	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	2018	2014
דירוג	3.85	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	13	11