Question 1

What's the difference between Freia and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Freia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MOR (2009) dominated by Citrus 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: Sweet, White Floral, Vanilla, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Freia or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Freia scores 3.69/5 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 Freia and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Freia 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 Freia vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Freia scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Freia leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Freia vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Freia (8)

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Freia	Black Opium
Merk	MOR	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2009	2014
Beoordeling	3.69	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	11