Question 1

What's the difference between Amaali and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Amaali is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Swiss Arabian (undated) dominated by Powdery 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, Fruity, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Amaali or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Amaali scores 4.06/5 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 Amaali and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

Amaali scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Amaali leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Amaali vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Amaali (8)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Amaali	Black Opium
Merk	Swiss Arabian	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	—	2014
Beoordeling	4.06	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	11