Question 1

What's the difference between Baroness and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Baroness is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marita Parfum (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 5 accords: Sweet, Vanilla, Coffee, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Baroness or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Baroness scores 4.36/5 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 Baroness and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Coffee, Warm Spicy, White Floral. 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, Baroness 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 Baroness vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Baroness vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Baroness (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Baroness	Black Opium
Merk	Marita Parfum	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2019	2014
Beoordeling	4.36	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11