Question 1

What's the difference between Fruity Almond and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fruity Almond is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dossier (2022) dominated by Vanilla 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: Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Fruity Almond or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fruity Almond 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 Fruity Almond and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

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

Fruity Almond vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Fruity Almond (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Fruity Almond	Black Opium
Merk	Dossier	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2022	2014
Beoordeling	4.11	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	11