Question 1

What's the difference between Fiesta Carioca and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fiesta Carioca is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Escada (2017) 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 3 accords: Fruity, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Fiesta Carioca or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fiesta Carioca scores 3.76/5 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 Fiesta Carioca and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

Fiesta Carioca scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Fiesta Carioca leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Fiesta Carioca vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Fiesta Carioca (6)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Fiesta Carioca	Black Opium
Merk	Escada	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2017	2014
Beoordeling	3.76	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11