Question 1

What's the difference between Chosen and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Chosen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nicole Scherzinger (2017) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Chosen or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Chosen scores 3.90/5 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 Chosen and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, White Floral, Pear. 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, Chosen 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 Chosen vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Chosen scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Chosen leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Chosen vs Black Opium

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (4)

Chosen-д өвөрмөц (5)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (7)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

Эерэг

Сөрөг

Шинж	Chosen	Black Opium
Брэнд	Nicole Scherzinger	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2017	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.90	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	9	11