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 vs Black Opium

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Нийтлэг нот (2)

Dark Amber-д өвөрмөц (7)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (9)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

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Шинж	Dark Amber	Black Opium
Брэнд	Birkholz	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2021	2014
Үнэлгээ	4.29	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	9	11