Question 1

What's the difference between Fenice and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fenice is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gritti (2020) dominated by White Floral 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: White Floral, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Fenice or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fenice scores 3.59/5 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 Fenice and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including White Floral, Fruity, Sweet, Orange Blossom, Jasmine. 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, Fenice 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 Fenice vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fenice scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Fenice leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Fenice vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Fenice (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Fenice	Black Opium
Merk	Gritti	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2020	2014
Beoordeling	3.59	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11