Question 1

What's the difference between Desirable and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Desirable is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Faberlic (2019) dominated by Sweet 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: Sweet, Coffee, Vanilla, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Desirable or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Desirable scores 3.86/5 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 Desirable and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

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

Desirable vs Black Opium

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (3)

Desirable-д өвөрмөц (10)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (8)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

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Шинж	Desirable	Black Opium
Брэнд	Faberlic	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2019	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.86	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	13	11