Question 1

What's the difference between Desirable and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Desirable is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Faberlic (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 4 accords: Sweet, Coffee, Vanilla, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Desirable or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Desirable scores 3.86/5 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 Desirable and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Sweet, Coffee, Vanilla, Fruity, Pear. 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, Desirable 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 Desirable vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Desirable vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Desirable (10)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Desirable	Black Opium
Merk	Faberlic	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2019	2014
Beoordeling	3.86	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	13	11