Question 1

What's the difference between Diamond Flowers and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Diamond Flowers is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2017) dominated by Powdery 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: Woody, Vanilla, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Diamond Flowers or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Diamond Flowers scores 3.88/5 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 Diamond Flowers and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Vanilla, White Floral, Jasmine, Vanilla. 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, Diamond Flowers 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 Diamond Flowers vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Diamond Flowers scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Diamond Flowers leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Diamond Flowers vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Diamond Flowers (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Diamond Flowers	Black Opium
Merk	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2017	2014
Beoordeling	3.88	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	11