Question 1

What's the difference between Fame Parfum and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fame Parfum is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rabanne (2023) dominated by Tropical 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 5 accords: Woody, Fruity, Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Fame Parfum or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fame Parfum scores 4.11/5 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 Fame Parfum and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Fruity, Warm Spicy, Sweet, White Floral. 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, Fame Parfum 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 Fame Parfum vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Fame Parfum vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Fame Parfum (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

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Eigenschap	Fame Parfum	Black Opium
Merk	Rabanne	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	4.11	3.94
Concentratie	Parfum	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	11