Question 1

What's the difference between Deep Red and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Deep Red is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Hugo Boss (2001) dominated by Citrus 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: Fruity, Woody, Vanilla, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Deep Red or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Deep Red scores 4.01/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Deep Red sits at 7.8/10 (positive) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). Deep Red's standout strength: Clean, soapy shampoo-like scent with classic 90s/00s appeal. 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 Deep Red and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Vanilla, Sweet, Pear. Deep Red: Deep Red is a well-regarded vintage Hugo Boss fragrance from 2001 that generates enthusiasm among fans who appreciate its clean, soapy shampoo-like qualities and classic 90s character. 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, Deep Red or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Deep Red: Good performance in heat and warm weather Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Deep Red vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Deep Red scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Deep Red leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Deep Red vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Deep Red (10)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

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Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Deep Red	Black Opium
Merk	Hugo Boss	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2001	2014
Beoordeling	4.01	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	14	11