Question 1

What's the difference between Fleur Chere and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fleur Chere is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from ESSNCE (2023) dominated by Amber 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: Woody, White Floral, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Fleur Chere or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fleur Chere scores 3.56/5 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 Fleur Chere and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, White Floral, Sweet, Jasmine, Cedar. 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, Fleur Chere 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 Fleur Chere vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fleur Chere scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Fleur Chere leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Fleur Chere vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Fleur Chere (4)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Fleur Chere	Black Opium
Merk	ESSNCE	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.56	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	11