Question 1

What's the difference between Chocomania and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Chocomania is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Body Shop (2013) 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 3 accords: Sweet, Warm Spicy, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Chocomania or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Chocomania scores 3.90/5 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 Chocomania and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Chocomania 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 Chocomania vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Chocomania vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Chocomania	Black Opium
Merk	The Body Shop	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2013	2014
Beoordeling	3.90	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11