Question 1

What's the difference between BAE and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

BAE is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from KKW Fragrance (2018) 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, White Floral, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, BAE or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, BAE scores 3.91/5 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 BAE and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, White Floral, Woody, Sweet, 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, BAE 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 BAE vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

BAE scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. BAE leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

BAE vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor BAE (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

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Eigenschap	BAE	Black Opium
Merk	KKW Fragrance	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2018	2014
Beoordeling	3.91	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11