Question 1

What's the difference between 04 Violet Blossom and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

04 Violet Blossom is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Zara (2023) dominated by Floral 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: Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, 04 Violet Blossom or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 04 Violet Blossom scores 4.17/5 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 04 Violet Blossom and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet, Almond, 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, 04 Violet Blossom 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 04 Violet Blossom vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

04 Violet Blossom scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. 04 Violet Blossom leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

04 Violet Blossom vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor 04 Violet Blossom (3)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	04 Violet Blossom	Black Opium
Merk	Zara	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	4.17	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	5	11