Question 1

What's the difference between Emerald and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Emerald is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Judith Leiber (2014) 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, Fruity, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Emerald or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Emerald scores 3.85/5 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 Emerald and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, Woody, Almond. 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, Emerald 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 Emerald vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Emerald scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Emerald leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Emerald vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Emerald (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Emerald	Black Opium
Merk	Judith Leiber	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2014	2014
Beoordeling	3.85	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	11