Question 1

What's the difference between Brilliant Wish and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Brilliant Wish is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chopard (2010) dominated by Amber 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: Woody, White Floral, Soft Spicy, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Brilliant Wish or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Brilliant Wish scores 3.84/5 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 Brilliant Wish and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, White Floral, Soft Spicy, Fruity, Sweet. 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, Brilliant Wish 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 Brilliant Wish vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Brilliant Wish scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Brilliant Wish leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Brilliant Wish vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Brilliant Wish (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Brilliant Wish	Black Opium
Merk	Chopard	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2010	2014
Beoordeling	3.84	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	11