Question 1

What's the difference between Downtown and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Downtown is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Calvin Klein (2013) dominated by Fruity 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, White Floral, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Downtown or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Downtown scores 3.48/5 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 Downtown and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, White Floral, Sweet, Woody, 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, Downtown 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 Downtown vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Downtown vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Downtown (9)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Downtown	Black Opium
Merk	Calvin Klein	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2013	2014
Beoordeling	3.48	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	12	11