Question 1

What's the difference between [03] amaterasu and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

[03] amaterasu is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Cloudy Scents (2023) 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 3 accords: Sweet, Vanilla, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, [03] amaterasu or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, [03] amaterasu scores 3.54/5 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 [03] amaterasu and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Woody, Vanilla. 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, [03] amaterasu 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 [03] amaterasu vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

[03] amaterasu scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. [03] amaterasu leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

[03] amaterasu vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor [03] amaterasu (9)

Uniek voor Black Opium (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	[03] amaterasu	Black Opium
Merk	Cloudy Scents	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.54	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	12	11