Question 1

What's the difference between Essor and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Essor is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from La Bonte Paris (2017) dominated by Warm Spicy 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: Warm Spicy, Woody, Vanilla, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Essor or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Essor scores 4.67/5 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 Essor and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Warm Spicy, Woody, Vanilla, Sweet, 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, Essor 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 Essor vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Essor vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Essor (18)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Essor	Black Opium
Merk	La Bonte Paris	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2017	2014
Beoordeling	4.67	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	21	11